The author describes biochemical and structural effects of vitamins and antioxidants on the retina. The main substances present in diet food and vitamin supplies involved in the genesis of age-related macular degeneration are shown. Also reports on the outcomes of prospective studies related to the subject, by literature review are presented.
Macular degeneration; Antioxidants; Antioxidants; Dietary supplements, Zinc; Copper; Diet
