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Inhalt
- Intro
- Other Books by Robert Abel, Jr., MD:
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Table of Contents
- List of Tables
- Table of Figures
- Foreword
- Introduction - A Global View of Health Through Your Eyes
- PART I - AWAKENING
- CHAPTER 1 - A Doctor Steps Outside the Box
- The Evolution of the Zen Doctor
- PART II - THE BODY AS A WHOLE
- CHAPTER 2 - The Eye as a Mirror
- Hidden Connections Between Your Eyes and Body
- The Paradigm Shift
- Twenty Healthful Tips for Your Eyes and Body
- CHAPTER 3 - Uncovering Hidden Imbalances: Becoming a Medical Detective
- PART III - HOW WE SEE
- CHAPTER 4 - Light and the Eye
- What Is Light?
- The Eye Exam
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Glasses
- Contact Lenses
- Refractive Surgery
- Scanning Lasers
- Intraocular Contact Lenses
- Light and Melatonin
- Low Vision
- Artificial Vision
- CHAPTER 5 - General Eye Health
- Coping with Eyestrain
- Headaches
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Improving Night Vision
- Inflammation of the Eyes
- Allergic Conjunctivitis and Red Eyes
- Blepharitis
- Floaters and Flashes
- Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD)
- Eye Emergencies and Ocular Trauma
- Summary
- PART IV - PREVENTION AND TREATMENTS FOR COMMON EYE PROBLEMS
- CHAPTER 6 - The Cataract Epidemic
- The Anatomy of Cataracts
- The Symptoms of Cataracts
- The Causes of Cataracts
- Risk Factors for Developing Cataracts
- Diagnosis of Cataracts
- Modern Cataract Surgery
- Choices of Intraocular Lenses
- Modern Cataract Surgery
- Possible Complications of Cataract Surgery
- Nutritional Methods of Preventing and Treating Cataracts
- Carnosine
- Dietary Recommendations
- CHAPTER 7 - Thief of Sight: Glaucoma
- Incidence of Glaucoma
- Anatomy
- Glaucoma: A Disease of Stress
- Classification and Characteristics
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis of Glaucoma
- Conventional Therapy
- Laser and Surgical Treatments
- Alternative Therapies and Prevention
- Lifestyle Modifications
- Sleep
- Dietary Recommendations
- Supplementation Recommendations
- CHAPTER 8 - Starvation of the Retina: Macular Degeneration
- Incidence
- Anatomy
- Symptoms of Macular Degeneration
- Causes of Macular Degeneration
- Fiber and Beneficial Bacteria
- Risk Factors for Macular Degeneration
- Diagnosis of Macular Degeneration
- OCT: Diagnostic Breakthrough for AMD
- Conventional Therapy for Dry Macular Degeneration
- Treatments for Wet Macular Degeneration
- Artificial Vision
- Experimental Surgical Procedures
- Prevention/Natural Therapy
- Supplementation Recommendations
- The Big Picture for Macular Degeneration: Further Recommendations
- CHAPTER 9 - Diabetes: Is Blindness Inevitable?
- Risk Factors for Diabetes
- Symptoms of Untreated Diabetes
- Eye Symptoms of Diabetes: Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diagnosis
- Management
- Traditional Management
- Alternative Management
- My Recommendations
- Fecal Transplantation
- CHAPTER 10 - Second Chances: Cornea Transplants
- Anatomy
- Corneal Ulcers and Infections
- Other Corneal Diseases
- Keratoconus
- Penetrating (Full Thickness) Corneal Transplant Surgery
- Partial Corneal Transplants and Other Corneal Procedures
- Complications
- Dr. Abel's Post-Corneal Transplant Instructions
- Other Therapies Old and New
- Complementary Options After Corneal Transplantation
- The Need for Cornea Donors
- CHAPTER 11 - The Not-So-Odd Couple: Dry Eyes and Arthritis
- Anatomy of Dry Eyes
- Reasons for Dry Eyes
- Symptoms of Dry Eyes
- Diagnosis of Dry Eyes
- Conventional Therapy for Dry Eyes
- Alternative Treatments for Dry Eyes (and Arthritis)
- CHAPTER 12 - Kids: Pediatric Eye Problems and Concerns During Pregnancy
- Congenital Eye Problems
- A Newborn's Retina
- Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
- Amblyopia
- Children and Glasses
- Dyslexia
- Dealing with a Child's Vision Loss
- Advances in Pediatric Eye Surgery
- Nutrition for a Healthy Child
- Eye Injuries and Emergencies
- Guarding Your Child's Eyes
- Advice to Pregnant and Lactating Mothers
- Miscellaneous Thoughts
- CHAPTER 13 - Other Eye Diseases
- Herpes Infection
- Shingles: Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus
- Pinkeye (Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis)
- Styes and Chalazia
- Ocular Surface Disease
- Trachoma and Inclusion Conjunctivitis
- Noninfectious Eye Conditions
- Optic Neuritis
- Optic Nerve Disorders
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Grave's Disease
- Bell's Palsy
- Tumors
- Uveitis
- Diplopia (Double Vision)
- Other Retinal Diseases
- PART V - DIET AND NUTRITION
- CHAPTER 14 - Food for Sight: Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow . . .
- Antioxidants and Free Radicals
- The Road to Good Health and Better Vision
- Five Easy Steps Toward Achieving Longevity, Good Health, and a Lifetime of Good Vision
- Dr. Abel's Food Pyramid
- Foods for Eye Health
- The Mediterranean Diet
- A Most Important Element: Water
- Ten Top Foods for Sight
- The Importance of Good Digestion
- Food Sensitivities/Allergies
- Phytochemicals and Bioflavonoids
- Sugar
- Toxins
- Nature's Other Superfoods for the Eyes: Soy and Wine
- Read the Label
- What We Are Up Against
- Dr. Abel's Recommendations
- Summary
- CHAPTER 15 - Supplement Your Vision
- Vitamins
- DHA and Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Water-Soluble Vitamins
- Multivitamins
- Enzymes
- Bioflavonoids
- Minerals
- Amino Acids/Proteins
- Digestive Aids
- Probiotics
- Other Helpful Supplements
- Rain Forest Remedies for Eyes
- Asia's Wisdom
- Summary
- PART VI - COMPLEMENTARY OPTIONS
- CHAPTER 16 - Exercise for Eye Health
- Evolution and the Human Brain
- Getting Started
- Walking
- Tai Chi Chu'an and Yoga
- Tai Chi Ch'uan
- Chi Kung (Qigong) Breathing
- Rhythmic Breathing
- Summary
- CHAPTER 17 - The Healing Touch
- Ancient Ways to Release Healing Energy
- Placebos
- Prayer
- CHAPTER 18 - Improving Your Eyes' Environment
- Obesity
- Going up in Smoke
- Infection and Immunity
- Longevity
- Sleep and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Water
- Stress
- Environmental Contaminants
- Medical Contaminants
- Endocrine Disruptors
- Cosmetics
- Summary
- PART VII - INTERACTIVE MEDICINE
- CHAPTER 19 - No Magic Bullet: Drug Interactions and Toxicity to the Eyes
- Symptoms of Possible Drug Toxicity or Allergy
- Summary
- CHAPTER 20 - Does Your Doctor Care? Your Health Includes You !
- Something is Wrong
- Interactive Medicine
- The Roadblocks to Achieving Interactive Medicine
- You, the Patient
- HMO Survival Guide
- PART VIII - LOOKING FORWARD TO BETTER HEALTH
- CHAPTER 21 - The Eye-Brain Connection
- Cognitive Decline
- News for Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's Patients
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Summary
- CHAPTER 22 - High-Tech Ophthalmology
- Artificial Vision
- The Global Perspective
- CHAPTER 23 - Let's Get Started!
- Take Inventory
- Beginning a Supplementation Program
- Dr. Abel's A List
- The Path to Healthy Vision
- CHAPTER 24 - A View of the Future Through Your Eyes
- Resource Guide
- Appendices
- Source Notes
- About the Author
- Copyright Page
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