The goal of this project is to conduct a clinical trial in 60 participants ranging from age 65-95 who are at risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The study will evaluate the effects of 14g of goji berry intake or an equivalent amount and type of fiber, five days a week for six months, on visual health, gut microbiome profiles, skin carotenoid measures, and lipoprotein profiles.
Age range
65 Years – 95 Years
Sex
ALL
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Macular pigment optical volume (MPOV)
Timeframe: Day 0 and Day 180