Your eyes have a hidden engine — tiny power plants inside your cells called mitochondria. When they fail, your vision can suffer in surprising ways. Have you ever wondered how your body’s energy system could affect your eyesight?

Dr. Keshav Narain, board-certified ophthalmologist and founder of South Bay Retina, explains how mitochondrial diseases impact the retina and optic nerve, the symptoms you should never ignore, and the science-driven strategies to protect your sight.

✅ What mitochondria are and why your eyes need so much energy

✅ Common vision problems linked to mitochondrial dysfunction

✅ Advanced tests like OCT, visual fields, and VEP that detect damage early

✅ Lifestyle and nutritional tips to protect mitochondrial health

✅ How gentle subthreshold laser therapy can help preserve vision Protecting your vision means protecting the energy source that powers your eyes—because when your mitochondria struggle, your eyesight can too.

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