Understand how dry macular degeneration occurs. Dry macular degeneration is due to a degeneration of the cells in the retina. The degeneration or dying of these cells and the lack of excess fluid gives it its dry name.
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Kava Kava (Piper Methysticum) The kava kava plant is known for reducing anxiety, insomnia, and stress-related symptoms. Native to the Pacific islands the root of the plant can be consumed raw or mixed with a drink. Kava has been taken off the market in Europe and Canada as it is associated with causing liver damage.