5 Vitamins for Healthy Eyes at any age

Approximately 10 million Americans suffer from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a devastating

eye disease and a leading cause of vision loss in people 65 years or older in the United States. Although there

is no cure for AMD, studies show that eating foods rich in antioxidants, such as lutein, zeaxanthin,

omega-3 fatty acids, beta carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc, may reduce the risk of AMD or slow its

progression in some people.

Vitamin C

Most fruits and vegetables contain Vitamin C, including oranges, grapefruit, %strawberries, papaya, green peppers and tomatoes.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E can be found in vegetable oils (safflower & corn oil), almonds, pecans, wheat germ and sunflower seeds. A Little chocolate too!

Beta-Carotene

For beta-carotene, try deep orange or yellow fruits and vegetables such as cantaloupe, mangos, apricots, peaches, sweet

potatoes and carrots.

Dark Leafy Greens

Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, collard greens, broccoli, and asparagus are the primary sources of lutein &

zeaxanthin.

Zinc

Good sources of zinc include beef, pork, lamb, oysters, eggs, shellfish, milk, peanuts, whole grains and wheat germ.

Omega Fatty Acids

Good sources of omega-3 fatty acids are leafy green vegetables, nuts, fish, and vegetable oils such as canola, soy, & especially

flaxseed.

Get the natural benefits of all of these foods and help preserve your vision. It's never too late or early to start eating right!%

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