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Read our Age-Related Macular Degeneration research guide →This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether goji berries—a fruit used in traditional medicine for thousands of years—can help protect your vision as you age. Goji berries contain high levels of natural compounds called zeaxanthin and lutein that may shield the part of your eye responsible for central vision. The study will compare people who eat goji berries to people who take fiber supplements to see if the berries offer extra protection against age-related macular degeneration, a condition that can lead to vision loss.
Age-related macular degeneration is one of the leading causes of blindness in older adults, and there is currently no proven way to prevent it. Recent research suggests that goji berries may help protect the eye's sensitive tissue, but we need to test this in real people to know if it actually works.
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You will be randomly assigned to either eat goji berries or take fiber supplements for about 6 months. You'll visit the research center for eye measurements and assessments to see how the treatment affects the protective pigment in your eye. The study will also collect information about your gut health and how your body processes the nutrients, to help researchers understand exactly how goji berries might work to protect your vision.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 10, 2026 · Not medical advice
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