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Cataracts Treatment in Flagstaff
10 holistic practitioners in Flagstaff who can help with Cataracts. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
10 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 Flagstaff for Cataracts
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94GPS
Aspen Integrative Medical Center
VerifiedMultiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic physicians
4.9(102)
Flagstaff, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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94GPS
Aspen Integrative Medical Center
VerifiedMultiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic physicians
4.9(0)
Flagstaff, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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91GPS
Stuck Community Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists, 501(c)(3) nonprofit
4.9(94)
Flagstaff, AZ
Acupuncture
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91GPS
Stuck Community Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists, 501(c)(3) nonprofit
4.9(0)
Flagstaff, AZ
Acupuncture
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86GPS
Dr. Beth Claxton Functional Medicine
VerifiedDr. Beth Claxton, MD·MD, board-certified Obstetrics and Gynecology, certified Functional Medicine, Certified Yoga (Ayurvedic) Health Coach
4.8(46)
Flagstaff, AZ
Functional Medicine Consultation
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86GPS
Dr. Beth Claxton Functional Medicine
VerifiedDr. Beth Claxton, MD·MD, board-certified Obstetrics and Gynecology, certified Functional Medicine, Certified Yoga (Ayurvedic) Health Coach
4.8(0)
Flagstaff, AZ
Functional Medicine Consultation
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83GPS
Poke Root Integrative Medicine
VerifiedLicensed Naturopathic Physician·ND, naturopathic physician
4.7(38)
705 N. Leroux St, Flagstaff, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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Mountain Medicine Integrative Wellness
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·Multiple licensed practitioners (DC, ND, LMT)
4.7(46)
Flagstaff, AZ
integrative medicine
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