Monday, February 23, 2015

Eat for Healthy Eyes

One of the most important measures you can take to ensure healthy vision for a lifetime is to eat well.
Incorporate these foods into your regular diet for healthy, happy eyes!

ALMONDS
ROSEMARY ROASTED ALMONDS (FOR YOUR MACULA)
RECIPE: http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/rosemary-roasted-almonds/#_a5y_p=1110661

Almonds are rich in Vitamin E, which helps to slow Macular Degeneration. 1 handful of these contains half of the Vitamin E you need every day!


BERRIES
BERRIES - FOR PREVENTING CATARACTS AND MACULAR DEGENERATION

Berries and Citrus Fruits are rich in Vitamin C, which reduces the risk of developing Macular Degeneration or Cataracts.



CARROTS
CARROTS - FOR YOUR RETINA

Carrots are rich in Beta-Cerotene, a type of Vitamin A which helps the Retina and other parts of the eye to function well.


EGGS
EGGS - FOR YOUR MACULA

Eggs are rich in Zinc, which reduces the risk of Macular Degeneration.


LEAFY GREENS
FRESH SPINACH - TO HELP PREVENT CATARACTS AND MACULAR DEGENERATION

Leafy greens are rich in Antioxidants which lower the risk of developing Macular Degeneration or Cataracts.


FATTY FISH
EASY CEDAR PLANK SALMON - TO HELP PRECENT DRY EYE
TRY THE RECIPE - http://www.wellfitandfed.com/fed/planked-the-real-mans-way-cook-salmon/

Fatty fish are rich in DHA, which can prevent dry eye.
Add Tuna, Salmon, Mackerel, and Trout to your dishes!)

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