Eat Right to Improve Your Sight
The eyes are vascular, so a heart-healthy diet that’s low in trans and saturated fat is important to keep the blood vessels
of the eyes healthy. Foods rich in antioxidants are also known to help protect the eyes from age-related macular degeneration
(ARMD), which is the leading cause of blindness among older Americans; as well as cataracts and other eye-related conditions.
In the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), subjects who supplemented their diet with Vitamin C, antioxidants, zinc, beta-carotene,
and vitamin E experienced about a 25% reduction in risk of developing serious ARMD.
Here are seven foods help you see clearly.
View Recipe: Fennel and Spinach Salad with Shrimp and Balsamic Vinaigrette
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