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Cataracts Treatment in Pasadena
12 holistic practitioners in Pasadena who can help with Cataracts. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
12 Practitioners
0 Treatments
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 Pasadena for Cataracts
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90GPS
Paracelsus Natural Family Health
VerifiedParacelsus Natural Family Health Center·ND/DO Team
4.5(50)
Paracelsus Natural Family Health, Pasadena, CA 91101
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
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89.4GPS
Optimal Health & Wellness
VerifiedDr. Clement Lee, NMD·NMD, Licensed ND (ND-385), Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine 2009, BS Biological Sciences UC Irvine, AANP, CNDA, NAEM, NATI, Hackett Hemwall Foundation prolotherapy training
4.7(89)
202 S Lake Ave, Suite 298, Pasadena, CA 91101
iv nutrient therapyhormone therapyWestern Herbal Medicine
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(626) 869-8946#3
89GPS
LALIM Health
VerifiedDr. April Soto·MD, FAAFP, FAIHM
4.5(50)
LALIM Health, South Pasadena, CA 91030
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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87GPS
Shine Health and Wellness
VerifiedDr. Kimberley Shine·MD
4.5(50)
Shine Health and Wellness, Pasadena, CA 91101
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
Dr. Reem Sharhan ND
VerifiedDr. Reem Sharhan·ND
4.5(50)
Dr. Reem Sharhan ND, Pasadena, CA 91101
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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Contact via website#6
85GPS
Dr. Max's Healing Center
Dr. Max Healing Center·DC
4.5(50)
Dr. Max's Healing Center, Pasadena, CA 91101
Chiropractic Care
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85GPS
Wuxia Integrative Medicine
Wuxia Acupuncture·L.Ac Team
4.5(50)
Wuxia Integrative Medicine, Pasadena, CA 91107
AcupunctureFunctional Medicine Consultation
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(626) 639-3887#8
85GPS
Dr. Sarah Thompson Naturopathic Care
VerifiedDr. Sarah Thompson, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Pasadena, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Dr. Sarah Thompson Naturopathic Care
VerifiedDr. Sarah Thompson, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Pasadena, CA
naturopathic medicine
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84GPS
Julie Taylor MD
VerifiedJulie Taylor·MD
4.5(50)
Julie Taylor MD, Pasadena, CA 91101
holistic medicinehormone therapyFunctional Medicine Consultation
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