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Cataracts Treatment in Edina
12 holistic practitioners in Edina who can help with Cataracts. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
12 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 Edina for Cataracts
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93GPS
HyperCharge Health
VerifiedMultiple Physicians & Nurse Practitioners·MD, NP, physicians and nurse practitioners
4.9(0)
Edina, MN
integrative medicine
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93GPS
HyperCharge Health
VerifiedMultiple Physicians & Nurse Practitioners·MD, NP, physicians and nurse practitioners
4.9(0)
Edina, MN
integrative medicine
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92GPS
Be Your Kind
Dr. Blair Blanchette, BSN, APRN, DNP·BSN, APRN, DNP
4.9(0)
Edina, MN
integrative medicine
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92GPS
Be Your Kind
Dr. Blair Blanchette, BSN, APRN, DNP·BSN, APRN, DNP
4.9(0)
Edina, MN
integrative medicine
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89GPS
The Doctor's House
VerifiedDr. Adepero Okulaja·MD, functional medicine specialist
4.8(0)
Edina, MN
Functional Medicine Consultation
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The Doctor's House
VerifiedDr. Adepero Okulaja·MD, functional medicine specialist
4.8(0)
Edina, MN
Functional Medicine Consultation
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88GPS
Revive Wellness Center
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·ND, DC, mental health practitioners
4.8(0)
Edina, MN
naturopathic medicine
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88GPS
Revive Wellness Center
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·ND, DC, mental health practitioners
4.8(0)
Edina, MN
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
CFC Health
Multiple Functional Medicine Practitioners·Functional medicine practitioners
4.7(0)
Edina, MN
Functional Medicine Consultation
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CFC Health
Multiple Functional Medicine Practitioners·Functional medicine practitioners
4.7(0)
Edina, MN
Functional Medicine Consultation
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