Bone loss, certain diseases, arthritis and heart disease are some of the concerns
many of us have as we sail into our golden years and you can add one more:
Vision loss.

That’s right, losing one’s eyesight is a scary proposition for many people out
there and of course there are ways you can keep your vision intact and sharp
as you turn 60, 70 and beyond.

What are they, you ask?
Eye exercises, not smoking (or quitting), wearing sunglasses on sunny days
and of course, visiting your local grocery store.
Yes, eating certain foods will help you keep your vision sharp for years to come.

The 6 Foods that’ll lower your risk of cataracts, glaucoma and macular
degeneration are…
a) Nectarines-
This tasty fruit contains 2 antioxidants (lutein and zeaxanthin) that protect the
eyes from age-related macular degeneration.
Another benefit of these 2 antioxidants: They increase the amount of
pigment in the macula. This pigment absorbs excess UV rays and
blue light and neutralizes free radicals, which all contribute to MD.
Additional foods that also help prevent MD: Eggs (the yolks) and green squash.

b) Pecans-
Dry eyes are a major concern for many who are aging and if this is a concern
for you, eat a few pecans each day. The nuts are rich in omega-3 and omega-6
fatty acids, both of which provide significant relief to those who suffer from
dry eyes. The fatty acids stabilize the oil layer in the tear film that lubricates
eyes while reducing inflammation that can trigger dryness.
Remember, nuts can raise your daily calorie allowance, so you only need to
add a Tbs. or two each day.
Another food that’s great for keeping your eyes moist: Fish. Fatty,
wild-caught fish, (salmon, trout, mackerel, flounder, sardines, etc.)

c) Pork Chops-
No, that’s not a misprint, pork chops, especially lean pork can
be a great asset to your diet and if you want to avoid glaucoma,
eat a few ounces of it a few times a week. Pork is rich in
niacin and getting more of it into your system really reduces
your risk of ever developing glaucoma
A 6 oz. pork chop contains 80% of the recommended
daily niacin intake.
Important tip:
Again, it’s not one particular food that’s “good or bad” for you, but how
you eat that particular food. For example, a lean pork chop with some
brown rice (or a sweet potato) and some broccoli (or kale) is a great meal,
but add some buttery and cheesy mashed potatoes, gravy, buttered rolls
and a salad with ham, cheese and thousand island dressing will certainly
cause problems not only for your arteries, waistline and eyesight as well.

d) Carrots-
You may have heard that carrot juice is great for you starting in the 1st or
2nd grade, and this wives’ tale turns out to be true. If you’re having trouble
seeing at night, eat and drink more carrots. They’re a great source of vitamin A,
which is very important for vision because it supports the function of
photoreceptors in the eye that help you see at night. A true fact: if you are
having trouble seeing at night, that usually means you’re low on vitamin A.

e) Blackberries-
Often coming in second to the more popular blueberry, this particular
berry can keep eyes healthy if you spend a lot of time outdoors.
To prevent UV damage to your eyes, eat more blackberries. The berries
are high in vitamin C, which protects the eyes from the damaging rays
from the Sunlight and free radicals that can cause problems.
Another benefit: getting more vitamin C, also keeps the lens of the eyes
clear and lowers your risk of developing cataracts.

f) Steak-
Like pork chops, steak is often given a bad rap as a fattening, not good-for
you food, but leaner cuts can do great things for your health, especially
eye health. To ward off cataracts, eat steak a few times a week. Steak
is a great source of riboflavin, a nutrient that reduces your odds of getting
cataracts. Riboflavin also protects against light-induced oxidative damage
that may cause vision-clouding cataracts.
U.K
Sources:
* American Academy of Ophthalmology
* U.K. Researchers
* JAMA Ophthamology

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