Glaucoma, Vision & Longevity: Supplements & Science

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Discover the latest science on glaucoma, vision, and longevity. Each episode explores evidence-based supplements for eye health, healthy aging, and lifespan extension. Original articles backed by real scientific research. All source links available at visualfieldtest.com, where you can also take a free visual field test online. Subscribe for weekly insights on glaucoma treatment, glaucoma prevention, vision supplements, and longevity research that could protect your sight and extend your healthspan.

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This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content presented should not replace professional medical consultation.

Glaucoma is a serious condition that can lead to permanent vision loss. Never stop or modify prescribed treatments without consulting your ophthalmologist or healthcare provider.

The supplements and research discussed are for informational purposes only. Individual results may vary, and supplements are not FDA-approved to treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen, especially if you have existing eye conditions or are taking medications.

The visual field test available at visualfieldtest.com is a screening tool only and does not replace comprehensive eye exams by a licensed professional.


Episode Date
Nocturnal hypotension, sleep apnea, and ocular perfusion: continuous monitoring studies
May 15, 2026
Economics of high-frequency home monitoring versus clinic-based perimetry
May 14, 2026
Color and contrast-specific perimetry to probe retinal ganglion cell subtype vulnerability
May 13, 2026
Inequities in access to visual field testing and their outcome consequences
May 12, 2026
Low-Carb Diets and Nocturnal Blood Pressure Dips: Ocular Perfusion Risks and Benefits
May 11, 2026
Macronutrient Patterns and Intraocular Pressure: A Systematic Evaluation
May 10, 2026
Personalized Nutrition in Glaucoma: Nutrigenomic Interactions with Macronutrient Metabolism
May 09, 2026
Medium-Chain Triglycerides vs Long-Chain Fats: Rapid Ketosis and Visual Function
May 08, 2026
Protein Intake, Homocysteine, and Pseudoexfoliation Glaucoma Risk
May 07, 2026
mTOR/Autophagy Modulation by Amino Acids in RGC Degeneration
May 05, 2026
NR vs NMN vs Nicotinamide for Glaucoma: Which NAD+ Booster Has the Strongest Evidence?
May 04, 2026
How Useful Is OCT at Each Stage of Glaucoma?
May 03, 2026
New Glaucoma Treatments in 2026: What Patients Should Know About Longer-Lasting Eye Pressure Control
May 02, 2026
Endothelin-1 Peptide and Glaucoma: Targeting a Problem Pathway
Apr 28, 2026
Substance P, Pain, and Neuroinflammation in Glaucoma
Apr 26, 2026
GLP-1 Peptides and Glaucoma Risk: What We Know and What to Watch
Apr 24, 2026
Nerve Growth Factor–Based Peptides and Optic Nerve Protection
Apr 23, 2026
Heat shock protein-derived peptides and autoimmunity in glaucoma
Apr 22, 2026
Endothelin pathway peptides and optic nerve head ischemia in glaucoma
Apr 21, 2026
MOTS-c and Glaucoma: A Mitochondrial Signal With Bigger Implications Than Eye Pressure?
Apr 20, 2026
Senolytics and the Glaucoma Niche: Clearing Old Cells for Longer-Life Signals
Apr 19, 2026
Ketogenic Signals and Beta-Hydroxybutyrate: IOP, Neuroprotection, and Longevity Intersections
Apr 18, 2026
The Glaucoma Energy Crisis: How Pyruvate Rescues Failing Eyes (And Why Your Fitness Level Matters)
Apr 17, 2026
Photobiomodulation (670 nm) for Aging Retina: Lifespan Signals from Flies to Mammals
Apr 16, 2026
What’s New in Glaucoma Research in April 2026? What Patients Should Know
Apr 15, 2026
A New Clue in Glaucoma: Leaky Blood Vessels May Damage Vision
Apr 14, 2026
April 2026 Glaucoma Trial Launches: A Global Landscape Review
Apr 13, 2026
April 2026 Glaucoma Trial Launches: A Global Landscape Review
Apr 13, 2026
Therapeutic Mechanisms Debuting in April 2026 Glaucoma Trials
Apr 12, 2026
Gene- and Cell-Based Therapies Entering Glaucoma Trials in April 2026
Apr 11, 2026
Home Tonometers and Contact Lens Sensors in April 2026 Protocols
Apr 09, 2026
Washout and Rescue Protocols in April 2026 IOP-Lowering Studies
Apr 07, 2026
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Glaucoma: Mechanistic Rationale and Biological Plausibility
Apr 04, 2026
Oxidative Stress, Hormesis, and the Hyperoxia Paradox in Glaucoma
Apr 02, 2026
Soccer and Glaucoma: Endurance Gains Amid Collision Risks
Apr 02, 2026
Hiking and Glaucoma: Terrain, Altitude, and Sun Exposure
Apr 01, 2026
Running and Jogging with Glaucoma: Balancing Cardiovascular Gains and IOP Fluctuations
Apr 01, 2026
Road Cycling and Glaucoma: Aerobic Advantage with Posture and Safety Considerations
Mar 31, 2026
Snorkeling and Glaucoma: Gentle Aquatic Activity with Mask and Sunlight Considerations
Mar 30, 2026
SCUBA Diving and Glaucoma: Pressure, Perfusion, and Post-Surgical Precautions
Mar 30, 2026
Lap Swimming and Glaucoma: Cardiorespiratory Benefits vs. Goggle and Head Position Issues
Mar 29, 2026
Basketball and Glaucoma: Dynamic Cardio with Contact and Glare Considerations
Mar 28, 2026
General Resistance Training and Glaucoma: Building Strength While Managing IOP Spikes
Mar 27, 2026
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Glaucoma: Short Bouts, Big Questions
Mar 26, 2026
Can Eye Blood Vessel Changes Warn of Future Glaucoma Damage Before Vision Tests Turn Abnormal?
Mar 25, 2026
Does Angle-Closure Risk Build Up Earlier in Life Than People Think?
Mar 24, 2026
Can Exercise, Better Sleep, and Stress Reduction Help in Glaucoma? What a New March 2026 Study Suggests
Mar 23, 2026
If One Person in the Family Has Glaucoma, Should Everyone Else Get Checked?
Mar 22, 2026
A New Glaucoma Drug Study Is Starting: Could an Oral Cannabinoid Help Lower Eye Pressure?
Mar 21, 2026
What Was Actually New in Glaucoma This Month? A Plain-English Guide to the Most Important March 2026 Updates
Mar 20, 2026
Why Is It So Hard to Prove a Treatment Protects the Optic Nerve in Glaucoma?
Mar 19, 2026
A New Way to Read Eye Scans in Glaucoma: Can 3D Nerve Fiber Shape Improve Detection?
Mar 18, 2026
Could Better Scan Databases Help Catch Glaucoma Earlier? What a New March 2026 Study Found
Mar 17, 2026
Does Eye Pressure Damage Show Up Before Vision Gets Worse? A New March 2026 Glaucoma Study Explains the Time Lag
Mar 17, 2026
A Cataract Lens That Also Treats Glaucoma? What the New BIM-IOL Study Means for Patients
Mar 16, 2026
Why Vision Restoration Is So Much Harder in Glaucoma Than in Some Other Eye Diseases
Mar 14, 2026
Eyes Wide Open: How Karpathy's Autoresearch Framework Could Democratize Glaucoma Research — A Blueprint for Patient-Led, AI-Driven Discovery in Vision Restoration
Mar 13, 2026
Can a Light-Sensing Drug Help Restore Vision? Understanding the Newest KIO-301 Research
Mar 12, 2026
A Treatment That Helped Some Blind Patients See More Light and Shape: What MCO-010 Means for Vision Restoration
Mar 11, 2026
Helping New Cells Survive: How Tiny Drug Carriers May Support Future Vision Repair in Glaucoma
Mar 10, 2026
Could Cell Transplants One Day Restore Vision in Glaucoma? A New Study Looks at One Major Roadblock
Mar 09, 2026
A New Glaucoma Implant Study: Can It Protect Vision, and Can It Bring Lost Vision Back?
Mar 08, 2026
What Is a 24-2 Visual Field Test
Mar 06, 2026
How Fast Does Glaucoma Progress
Mar 05, 2026
Perioperative Pitfalls: Supplements That Raise Bleeding Risk in Glaucoma Surgery
Mar 04, 2026
Does Diabetes Cause Glaucoma
Mar 03, 2026
Can You Have Glaucoma in One Eye
Mar 01, 2026
Zinc, Copper, and Optic Neuropathy: When Supplements Mimic Glaucoma Progression
Feb 27, 2026
How Long Does a Glaucoma Test Take
Feb 26, 2026
Which Is Worse Cataracts or Glaucoma
Feb 25, 2026
Does Glaucoma Cause Headaches
Feb 24, 2026
How to Test for Glaucoma
Feb 23, 2026
Is Glaucoma a Disability
Feb 22, 2026
Is Glaucoma Genetic
Feb 21, 2026
What Is Narrow Angle Glaucoma
Feb 20, 2026
What Are the Symptoms of Glaucoma
Feb 18, 2026
How to Prevent Glaucoma
Feb 17, 2026
What Does Glaucoma Look Like
Feb 16, 2026
What Causes Glaucoma
Feb 15, 2026
Magnesium and Glaucoma: A Systematic Review of Human Evidence
Feb 14, 2026
Antioxidant Vitamins and Minerals: Do A, C, E, Zinc, and Selenium Matter in Glaucoma?
Feb 13, 2026
Sodium, Blood Pressure, and Ocular Perfusion: Dietary Salt in Glaucoma Care
Feb 12, 2026
Soy Foods, Phytoestrogens, and Glaucoma in Women
Feb 11, 2026
Lifestyle Levers to Extend Visual Healthspan
Feb 11, 2026
Blue Zones and Centenarians: Ocular Phenotypes of Exceptional Agers
Feb 09, 2026
Metformin, Rapamycin, and Geroscience Drugs: Ocular Outcomes
Feb 07, 2026
ER-100 Clinical Trial for Glaucoma: What We Know So Far and What to Expect
Feb 06, 2026
Glaucoma Eye Drops, Dry Eye, and Sleep Quality: Exploring Hidden Connections and What Patients Can Do
Feb 06, 2026
The Ocular Microbiome, Inflammaging, and Surface Health
Feb 05, 2026
Methods of Visual Field Testing in Glaucoma: How They Differ and What Each Reveals
Feb 04, 2026
The Limitations of Visual Field Testing in Glaucoma: Frequency, Subjectivity, and What Gets Missed
Feb 03, 2026
Home Tonometry and Remote Monitoring in Glaucoma – A Patient-Centered Investigation
Feb 02, 2026
Predicting Glaucoma Before It Starts: How Close Are We to Genetic Risk Scores That Actually Change Patient Outcomes?
Feb 01, 2026
Glaucoma Clinical Trials Launched in 2025: A Complete Overview
Jan 31, 2026
Patterns of Vision Loss in Glaucoma: Large Blind Spots Versus Scattered Missing Points
Jan 30, 2026
How Fast Is AI Actually Progressing, and What Does It Mean for Glaucoma Patients and Researchers?
Jan 29, 2026
AI in Glaucoma: What's Working Now, What's Coming Next, and Where the Real Opportunities Lie
Jan 28, 2026
Glaucoma Vision Restoration: What's New in January 2026
Jan 26, 2026
Hydrogen Water Research Compiled: Studies, Dosages, Applications, and Outcomes
Jan 25, 2026
Pyruvate Supplementation for Glaucoma: Comparing Forms, Efficacy, and Global Availability
Jan 24, 2026
Nitric Oxide Pathway Supplements (L-Arginine, L-Citrulline) and Aqueous Outflow
Jan 23, 2026
Pyrroloquinoline Quinone (PQQ) and Mitochondrial Biogenesis in RGCs
Jan 22, 2026
Myopia and Glaucoma: When Nearsightedness Raises the Stakes
Jan 21, 2026
HDL cholesterol and apolipoprotein A-I: protective or paradoxical in glaucoma?
Jan 20, 2026
Complement proteins C3 and C4: systemic innate immunity and glaucoma progression
Jan 19, 2026
Systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) and the speed of RNFL loss
Jan 18, 2026
Coagulation markers (fibrinogen and D-dimer) and optic nerve microthrombosis
Jan 17, 2026
Redox Balance and Glaucoma: Is More Antioxidants Always Better for Your Eyes?
Jan 16, 2026
Red cell distribution width as a microvascular stress marker in glaucoma
Jan 16, 2026
Beyond the Marketing: Which Hydrogen Water Bottles Have Verified Test Results?
Jan 15, 2026
Hydrogen Water Buying Guide for Glaucoma-Focused Consumers: Science-First Approach
Jan 14, 2026
High-Sensitivity CRP: Systemic Inflammation and Glaucoma Neurodegeneration
Jan 13, 2026
ApoB, ApoA1, and Non-HDL Cholesterol: Refining Atherogenic Risk in Glaucoma Patients
Jan 12, 2026
Platelet Metrics (Mean Platelet Volume) and Microvascular Risk in Glaucoma
Jan 11, 2026
Uric Acid: Antioxidant Versus Pro-oxidant in Glaucoma
Jan 10, 2026
IGF-1, mTOR Signaling, and Neurodegeneration Across Eye and Brain
Jan 09, 2026
Oxidative Stress Biomarkers, HRV, and Retinal Ganglion Cell Loss
Jan 08, 2026
Stacking Blood-Thinning Supplements: Cumulative Bleeding Risk in Glaucoma Patients
Jan 08, 2026
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty in the Era of OTC Blood Thinners: Hyphema and IOP Spikes
Jan 07, 2026
SLT as First-Line Therapy: Who Benefits and When to Repeat
Jan 07, 2026
Neuroprotection Beyond Pressure: What’s Real, What’s Hype
Jan 06, 2026
Dry Eye Can Fake Progression: Fix the Surface, Fix the Tests
Jan 05, 2026
Contact Lenses With Glaucoma: Timing Drops, Preservatives, and Comfort
Jan 04, 2026
Adherence That Sticks: Storage, Travel, and Tech Tools for Glaucoma Drops
Jan 03, 2026
Vasospasm, Cold Hands, and Normal-Tension Glaucoma: The Raynaud’s Connection
Jan 02, 2026
Exercise Smart: Aerobic vs Weightlifting, Valsalva, and Yoga Inversions
Dec 31, 2025
Sleep Posture Hacks: Head Elevation and Side-Sleeping Effects on Eye Pressure
Dec 30, 2025
The Nighttime Blood Pressure Dip: A Hidden Driver in Normal-Tension Glaucoma
Dec 30, 2025
Measuring What Matters: Beyond Visual Fields to Functional Vision
Dec 29, 2025
Hydration Habits: Water-Drinking Spikes and How to Sip Safely
Dec 29, 2025
Mastering Eye Drop Technique: Nasolacrimal Occlusion to Boost Efficacy and Safety
Dec 26, 2025
Vitamins C and E in Glaucoma: Antioxidants Revisited
Dec 23, 2025
Mirtogenol (Pycnogenol + Bilberry) and Eye Pressure: A Critical Appraisal
Dec 22, 2025
Caffeine, Coffee, and Tea: How Do They Impact Eye Pressure?
Dec 21, 2025
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) as an Adjunct in Glaucoma
Dec 21, 2025
Can Restoring Ocular Perfusion Restore Vision? OCT-A and Vascular Therapies
Dec 20, 2025
Cortical Plasticity and Perceptual Learning: Can the Brain Compensate for Optic Nerve Damage?
Dec 19, 2025
ROCK Inhibitors Beyond IOP: Axonal Regrowth, Perfusion, and Neuroprotection
Dec 19, 2025
Brain Stimulation for Glaucoma: tDCS, TMS, and Visual Cortex Modulation
Dec 18, 2025
Circadian Biology, ipRGCs, and Neuroprotection in Glaucoma
Dec 18, 2025
The 2024–2025 Pipeline for IOP-Independent Neuroprotection in Glaucoma
Dec 17, 2025
Forecasting Glaucoma Vision Restoration: 5-, 10-, and 20-Year Outlook
Dec 17, 2025
Nicotinamide and Mitochondrial Rescue: Can Metabolic Therapy Restore Function?
Dec 16, 2025
Artificial Vision for End-Stage Glaucoma: Retinal vs. Cortical Prostheses
Dec 16, 2025
Stem Cell–Derived RGC Transplantation: From Petri Dish to Optic Tract
Dec 15, 2025
Electrical Stimulation for Glaucoma: Signal Boost or True Neurorestoration?
Dec 15, 2025
Gene Therapy for Optic Nerve Regeneration: Modulating PTEN/mTOR, KLFs, and Sox11
Dec 14, 2025
Quercetin and Fisetin as Candidate Senolytics in Optic Nerve Aging
Dec 14, 2025
Citrus Bioflavonoids (Hesperidin, Diosmin) for Ocular Hemodynamics
Dec 14, 2025
Molecular Hydrogen and Redox Signaling in Ocular Neuroprotection
Dec 13, 2025
Anthocyanins and Bilberry Extracts: Retinal Resilience and Aging Microvasculature
Dec 13, 2025
Taurine and Retinal Ganglion Cell Survival Across the Lifespan
Dec 12, 2025
Green Tea Catechins (EGCG) for Neurovascular Health in Glaucoma and Aging
Dec 12, 2025
Melatonin, Circadian Rhythms, and Nocturnal IOP Dynamics
Dec 12, 2025
The Gut–Eye Axis: Probiotics, Metabolites, and Intraocular Pressure
Dec 11, 2025
Magnesium for Vascular Dysregulation in Glaucoma and Aging Circulation
Dec 11, 2025
Resveratrol and Sirtuin Pathways: From Trabecular Meshwork to Longevity
Dec 10, 2025
Macular Carotenoids (Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Meso-zeaxanthin) Beyond the Macula
Dec 10, 2025
Saffron (Crocins) in Optic Neuroprotection: Translating Retinal Evidence to Glaucoma
Dec 09, 2025
Safety, Interactions, and Regulatory Oversight of Glaucoma Supplements
Dec 09, 2025
Spermidine and Autophagy: A Longevity Nutrient for the Aging Eye
Dec 08, 2025
Curcumin and Curcuminoids: Anti-inflammatory Strategies for Glaucoma Neuroprotection
Dec 08, 2025
Vitamin D Status, Intraocular Pressure, and Neuroinflammation
Dec 08, 2025
N-Acetylcysteine and Glutathione: Fortifying Antioxidant Defenses in the Aging Eye
Dec 07, 2025
From Bench to Bedside: Translating Longevity Pathways to Glaucoma Supplements
Dec 07, 2025
Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Inflammation Resolution, and Glaucoma Progression
Dec 06, 2025
Astaxanthin for Oxidative Stress and Ocular Blood Flow
Dec 06, 2025
Creatine and Energy Buffering in Retinal and Optic Nerve Tissues
Dec 06, 2025
Alpha-Lipoic Acid: Redox Modulation and Neurovascular Support in Glaucoma
Dec 06, 2025
Citicoline (CDP-Choline) for Visual Pathway Support and Cognitive Aging
Dec 06, 2025
Coenzyme Q10 as a Mitochondrial Adjunct in Glaucoma and Lifespan Health
Dec 06, 2025
Ginkgo biloba for Ocular Perfusion and Visual Field Preservation: Promise and Precautions
Dec 06, 2025
B Vitamins, Homocysteine, and Vascular Dysregulation in Glaucoma
Dec 06, 2025
Designing Multi-Ingredient Neuroprotective Formulations for Glaucoma
Dec 06, 2025
Tele-Glaucoma and Home Monitoring in Aging Populations
Dec 06, 2025
Nicotinamide and NAD+ Boosting for Glaucoma Neuroprotection and Healthy Aging
Dec 06, 2025