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Research into Age-related Macular Degeneration

Breaking The Cycle of Helplessness

© 2025 American Macular Degeneration Foundation

In this webinar replay, learn how lifestyle changes and groundbreaking research can empower you to take control of your eye health and reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Presented by – Dr. Soufiane Ajana, MPH, PhD, FAAO, and Dr. Dorothy Hitchmoth, OD, FAAO, ABO, ABCMO DIPLOMATE (see https://ocularnutritionsociety.org/board-of-directors/dorothy-l-hitchmoth/ ) Topics covered include:

  • How to Lower AMD Risk: Simple lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, that improve retinal health.
  • Defy Your Genes: Insights into how environmental factors can “turn off” harmful genetic pathways.
  • Overcome Challenges: Behavioral strategies to help you adopt healthier habits and regain control over your vision.
  • Co-Create the Future: Learn about a cutting-edge Digital Health Platform that uses biomarker monitoring and behavioral science to empower patients.

For the free recipes mentioned in the introduction, visit https://www.macular.org/living-and-thriving-with-amd/nutrition/recipes. For more information on the Tina app, visit https://www.tina.vision