Weight-Loss Surgery Patients Who Don’t Take Supplements May Face Vision Problems.

research published in Obesity Surgery suggests that “weight-loss surgery patients who don’t take prescribed vitamin and mineral supplements could put themselves at risk for vision problems.” HealthDay adds, “A lower intake of vitamins A, E and B1 (thiamine) and copper are especially concerning because they help with the normal functioning of the eye and optic system...said” the investigators. The researchers “found that vitamin A deficiency was most strongly linked to eye problem. http://consumer.healthday.com/eye-care-information-13/eye-and-vision-problem-news-295/vitamins-help-prevent-eye-problems-after-weight-loss-surgery-study-finds-694243.html