Volunteer call to test dietary supplements for boosting vision

RESEARCHERS at Waterford Institute of Technology are appealing for volunteers to take part in a research study to examine whether dietary supplements can improve vision.

A total of 120 volunteers are required for the study beginning in August — and will see half the group taking a genuine dietary supplement while the other half will be given a placebo.

The research study is on macular pigment and its relationship with visual performance and comfort.