Research by Prof John Nolan and his team has found that specific carotenoid supplements can enhance vision, reduce future blindness risk, and improve cognitive function.

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Who

Prof John Nolan, Prof Ríona Mulcahy

What

When

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:08:27 GMT · 3h 10m ago

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Ireland ·

Why

Low levels of carotenoids correlate with poor cognitive function, and research showed meaningful improvements in quality of life and mood in Alzheimer's patients receiving carotenoid, omega-3, and vitamin E supplements.

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How this affects you

A specific nutritional formulation has been developed into a commercial product to help protect eye and brain health, improving vision and cognitive function, particularly for those with macular degeneration and Alzheimer's.

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The Irish Times
https://www.irishtimes.com/science/2026/06/11/careful-nutrition-can-colour-outcomes-in-eye-and-brain-health/
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