Perils of Smoking

Post 50's, the chances of developing age related Macular Degeneration increases which is the the leading cause behind vision loss in elderly. But an active smoker can develop this disease 5-10 years before in comparison to a non smoker. In fact, a smoker on a probability scale, is at 2 to 3 times higher risk of developing this disease. The reason being, adverse effect of smoking on anti oxidant metabolism, which is necessary for a healthy eye film and macula.

So, please QUIT SMOKING.