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lular acid waste and then regenerate. Robert J. Rowen, M.D., sums up
what the FSM does: “It restores the natural fl ow of electrical energy in
the eyes of people with macular degeneration.”^9 It is not surprising that
this device has been given general approval by the FDA, because the
electric current it generates is so tiny it is measured in millionths of an
amp. (See Resources for more information on this device.)SUGGESTIONS FOR MACULAR DEGENERATION*
➤ Zinc (50 mg/day).
➤ Blueberries. These berries contain biofl avonoids that build
cell membranes and supply the retina with pigment.
➤ Vitamin E (400 to 800 units/day). Take with selenium.
➤ Vitamin A (25,000 to 50,000 units/day).
➤ Vitamin D (1,000 to 2,000 units/day).
➤ Magnetic pad placed over the eyes (see Resources).
➤ Vitamin C (1,000 mg/day).
➤ Taurine, lutein, and zeaxanthin. These are major
constituents of the pigments in the retina. For dosage, follow
the directions on the label.*Take as many of these nutrients as possible in the form of whole-food complexes. For
dosage, follow the directions on the label.