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Cataracts Treatment in Tacoma area
12 holistic practitioners in Tacoma area 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 Tacoma area for Cataracts
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Dr. Julia Miller Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Julia Miller, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.9(25)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
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Dr. Julia Miller Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Julia Miller, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.9(0)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicine
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Puget Sound Family Health
VerifiedDr. Andrew Rife, ND, M.Ed.·ND, M.Ed.
4.8(32)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicine
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Puget Sound Family Health
VerifiedDr. Andrew Rife, ND, M.Ed.·ND, M.Ed.
4.8(0)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicine
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Dr. Brook Munro Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Brook Munro, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.8(22)
Tacoma area, WA
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Dr. Brook Munro Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Brook Munro, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.8(0)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicine
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Northwest Center for Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Christnacht, ND·ND, 30+ years experience
4.7(26)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicine
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Northwest Center for Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Christnacht, ND·ND, 30+ years experience
4.7(0)
Tacoma area, WA
naturopathic medicine
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Dr. James Rife Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. James Rife, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.7(18)
Tacoma area, WA
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Dr. James Rife Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. James Rife, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.7(0)
Tacoma area, WA
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