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Cataracts Treatment in Encinitas
8 holistic practitioners in Encinitas who can help with Cataracts. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
8 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 Encinitas for Cataracts
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87GPS
MK Integrative Wellness
VerifiedMK Integrative Wellness·Multiple NDs/LAcs
4.5(50)
MK Integrative Wellness, Encinitas, CA 92024
naturopathic medicineIV Nutrient TherapyAcupuncture
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85GPS
SynergyO3
VerifiedDr. Vollp·Medical Doctor
5.0(10)
1011 Devonshire Dr, Ste C2, Encinitas, CA 92024
Ozone Therapy
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85GPS
Pure Health
VerifiedPure Health San Diego·Multiple NDs
4.5(50)
Pure Health, Encinitas, CA 92024
naturopathic medicinehormone therapynaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
Dr. Rachel Morgan Holistic Wellness
VerifiedDr. Rachel Morgan, ND·ND
5.0(0)
Encinitas, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Dr. Rachel Morgan Holistic Wellness
VerifiedDr. Rachel Morgan, ND·ND
5.0(0)
Encinitas, CA
naturopathic medicine
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84.4GPS
Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Mark Stengler, NMD·NMD, MS, Naturopathic Doctor
4.7(50)
324 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024
chelationFunctional Medicine Consultationdetoxification
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(760) 274-2377