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30 Oct 2020

I was amazed to discover Dr Greger videos explaining some research into blackcurrants for glaucoma and eye strain. Where to buy? See Berries: Where to Buy in USA?

Currants vs blackcurrants: Products labeled as 'Currants' are often small-sized grapes have been dried. Blackcurrants are a different food altogether: ribes nigrum — they are berries, not grapes.

Health Benefits

Articles by Dr Greger:

(2015) Currant Treatment for Glaucoma
(2015) Foods for Computer Eye Strain

Videos by Dr Greger:

(2014) Dietary Treatment of Glaucoma

(3 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Blueberries may help protect against age-related macular degeneration, and black currants may help halt the progression of glaucoma."

(2014) Dietary Treatments for Computer Eye Strain

(3 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Certain berries may help relieve visual fatigue associated with staring at a computer screen all day."

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