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Cataracts Treatment in Baltimore
16 holistic practitioners in Baltimore who can help with Cataracts. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
16 Practitioners
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6+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Cataracts
Gabriel focuses on prevention and slowing progression (cataracts eventually require surgery—only proven treatment, but delaying onset by 10 years reduces need for surgery 50%). For prevention/early cataracts: antioxidant supplementation (vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein, zeaxanthin—reduce progression 10...
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Key Supplements
- Vitamin C 500-1000mg/day (lens has high vitamin C concentration, antioxidant, reduces progression—some studies show 30-45% lower risk with supplementation)
- Vitamin E 400 IU (antioxidant, protects lens proteins—mixed evidence, some studies show benefit)
- Lutein 10-20mg/day + Zeaxanthin 2-4mg/day (carotenoids filter blue light, antioxidant—reduce cataract risk 20-30% in studies)
- N-Acetyl-Carnosine (NAC) eye drops (marketed as 'Can-C'—controversial, some studies show improvement in early cataracts, others show no benefit, expensive, not FDA-approved, mixed evidence)
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid 300-600mg/day (antioxidant, may slow progression)
- Bilberry Extract 160mg 2x/day (anthocyanins, antioxidant)
Key Lab Markers
- Slit Lamp Examination (direct visualization of lens—identifies cataract type, location, severity)
- Visual Acuity (Snellen chart—20/20 to 20/400, determines functional impact)
- Glare Testing (assesses functional vision—cataracts cause glare, halos, difficulty with night driving)
- Contrast Sensitivity (cataracts reduce contrast—functional impairment not captured by Snellen chart)
Practitioners in Baltimore for Cataracts
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Charm City Natural Health
VerifiedDr. Carrie Runde, ND & Dr. Kristaps Paddock, ND·ND (both practitioners), among first licensed NDs in Maryland, 10+ years practicing together
4.9(0)
Baltimore, MD (serves Baltimore area)
naturopathic medicine
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Charm City Natural Health
VerifiedDr. Carrie Runde, ND & Dr. Kristaps Paddock, ND·ND (both practitioners), among first licensed NDs in Maryland, 10+ years practicing together
4.9(0)
Baltimore, MD (serves Baltimore area)
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
Maryland Natural Health Center
VerifiedStacey Kargman, NMD, L.Ac.·NMD, L.Ac., board-certified, Maryland-licensed
4.9(0)
Serves Baltimore area
Acupuncture
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Maryland Natural Health Center
VerifiedStacey Kargman, NMD, L.Ac.·NMD, L.Ac., board-certified, Maryland-licensed
4.9(0)
Serves Baltimore area
Acupuncture
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Sunlight Natural Health
VerifiedDr. Stephany Porter, ND·ND, licensed Maryland naturopathic doctor
4.8(0)
Serves Baltimore area
naturopathic medicine
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(240) 569-8255#6
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Dr. Skye Stewart Functional Medicine
VerifiedDr. Skye Stewart, ND, IFMCP·ND, IFMCP (Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner)
4.8(0)
Baltimore area
Functional Medicine Consultation
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Sunlight Natural Health
VerifiedDr. Stephany Porter, ND·ND, licensed Maryland naturopathic doctor
4.8(0)
Serves Baltimore area
naturopathic medicine
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(240) 569-8255#8
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Dr. Skye Stewart Functional Medicine
VerifiedDr. Skye Stewart, ND, IFMCP·ND, IFMCP (Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner)
4.8(0)
Baltimore area
Functional Medicine Consultation
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All Things Natural Wellness Center
VerifiedDr. Veda Johnson, ND·ND, licensed Maryland naturopathic doctor
4.9(0)
Baltimore area
naturopathic medicine
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(240) 623-2185#10
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Dr. Samantha Apel Integrative Counseling
Dr. Samantha Apel, PsyD·PsyD, functional medicine trained
5.0(0)
Charm City Natural Health, Baltimore area
integrative medicine
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All Things Natural Wellness Center
VerifiedDr. Veda Johnson, ND·ND, licensed Maryland naturopathic doctor
4.9(0)
Baltimore area
naturopathic medicine
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(240) 623-2185#12
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Dr. Samantha Apel Integrative Counseling
Dr. Samantha Apel, PsyD·PsyD, functional medicine trained
5.0(0)
Charm City Natural Health, Baltimore area
integrative medicine
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Dr. Michael Scott Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Michael Scott, ND·ND, licensed Maryland naturopathic doctor
5.0(0)
250 W Pratt St Ste 1100, Baltimore, MD 21201
naturopathic medicine
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Dr. Michael Scott Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Michael Scott, ND·ND, licensed Maryland naturopathic doctor
5.0(0)
250 W Pratt St Ste 1100, Baltimore, MD 21201
naturopathic medicine
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