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Cataracts Treatment in Minneapolis
28 holistic practitioners in Minneapolis who can help with Cataracts. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
28 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 Minneapolis for Cataracts
Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score
#1
94GPS
Minneapolis Integrative Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Crystalin Montgomery, NMD, LAc & Team·NMD, LAc, NCCAOM certified, state-registered ND in MN and WI
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
integrative medicine
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94GPS
Minneapolis Integrative Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Crystalin Montgomery, NMD, LAc & Team·NMD, LAc, NCCAOM certified, state-registered ND in MN and WI
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
integrative medicine
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93GPS
Wellness Minneapolis
VerifiedDr. Sara Jean Barrett, ND & Dr. Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND·ND, board-certified AANP members
4.9(0)
6001 Lyndale Ave S, Suite F, Minneapolis, MN 55419
naturopathic medicine
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(612) 598-8627#4
93GPS
Wellness Minneapolis
VerifiedDr. Sara Jean Barrett, ND & Dr. Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND·ND, board-certified AANP members
4.9(0)
6001 Lyndale Ave S, Suite F, Minneapolis, MN 55419
naturopathic medicine
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(612) 598-8627#5
89GPS
Champion Naturopathic Health
VerifiedDr. Nate Champion, ND & Team·ND, licensed AZ/registered MN
4.9(0)
Minneapolis area, MN (registered in MN, licensed in AZ)
naturopathic medicine
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89GPS
Champion Naturopathic Health
VerifiedDr. Nate Champion, ND & Team·ND, licensed AZ/registered MN
4.9(0)
Minneapolis area, MN (registered in MN, licensed in AZ)
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
Minnesota Integrative Health Studio
Multiple Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners (Allina Health)·MD, LAc, various integrative practitioners
4.6(0)
Multiple Allina Health locations statewide
integrative medicine
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87GPS
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Practice
Dr. Kayla Christensen, DAcCHM, DiplAc, LAc·DAcCHM, DiplAc, LAc
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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(208) 647-0151#10
87GPS
Minnesota Integrative Health Studio
Multiple Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Penny George Institute for Health and Healing
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners (Allina Health)·MD, LAc, various integrative practitioners
4.6(0)
Multiple Allina Health locations statewide
integrative medicine
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87GPS
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Practice
Dr. Kayla Christensen, DAcCHM, DiplAc, LAc·DAcCHM, DiplAc, LAc
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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(208) 647-0151#13
86GPS
Five Element Acupuncture
Sal Salerno, LAc·LAc, licensed by MN Board of Medical Practice
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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86GPS
Five Element Acupuncture
Sal Salerno, LAc·LAc, licensed by MN Board of Medical Practice
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Red Clover Acupuncture Clinic
Anita Teigen, LAc, Dipl OM·LAc, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine
4.8(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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(612) 827-7908#16
85GPS
Dr. Ariel Barkeim Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Ariel Barkeim, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Red Clover Acupuncture Clinic
Anita Teigen, LAc, Dipl OM·LAc, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine
4.8(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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(612) 827-7908#18
85GPS
Dr. Ariel Barkeim Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Ariel Barkeim, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
naturopathic medicine
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84GPS
Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice
VerifiedSean Xiangdong Yu, LAc, PhD, TCMD·LAc, PhD, Traditional Chinese Medical Doctor
4.8(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
Acupuncture
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(952) 955-4223#20
84GPS
Dr. Serina Aubrecht Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Serina Aubrecht, ND, CNS·ND, CNS (Certified Nutrition Specialist)
4.8(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
naturopathic medicine
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84GPS
Dr. Jessica Tapper Holistic Health
VerifiedDr. Jessica Tapper, ND·ND, craniosacral and Reiki practitioner
4.8(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
naturopathic medicine
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84GPS
Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice
VerifiedSean Xiangdong Yu, LAc, PhD, TCMD·LAc, PhD, Traditional Chinese Medical Doctor
4.8(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
Acupuncture
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(952) 955-4223#23
84GPS
Dr. Serina Aubrecht Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Serina Aubrecht, ND, CNS·ND, CNS (Certified Nutrition Specialist)
4.8(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
naturopathic medicine
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84GPS
Dr. Jessica Tapper Holistic Health
VerifiedDr. Jessica Tapper, ND·ND, craniosacral and Reiki practitioner
4.8(0)
Minneapolis area, MN
naturopathic medicine
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83GPS
Kahlyn Keilty Lucas Acupuncture
Kahlyn Keilty Lucas, LAc·LAc
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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(651) 964-0980#26
83GPS
Kahlyn Keilty Lucas Acupuncture
Kahlyn Keilty Lucas, LAc·LAc
4.9(0)
Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture
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(651) 964-0980