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| Name | Will eating carrots help my eyes? |
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| Video Discription | Privacy Policy: http://www.cnn.com/privacy.html From Anna Beth in Dayton, Ohio "Are carrots actually good for your eyes or is that just a "mom's tale?" Answer: Well, Anna Beth -- your mom's right, sort of. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which helps maintain strong eyesight. But if your eyes aren't 20/20 to start, eating carrots won't correct a vision problem. This is why it's critical as you age to consume foods that can keep your vision crisp and clear. Around age 50 is when many people begin noticing a decline in eyesight. In fact nearly 10 million Americans experience something known as macular degeneration. It develops when the macula tissue surrounding the retina area in your eye deteriorates, causing a blurry, dark blind spot smack dab in the center of your vision. But here's the good news: Experts have pinpointed that foods rich in omege-3 fatty acids may protect your vision the most. Research shows foods high in omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation in the eye, which keeps the arteries and blood vessels healthy. It seems to protect the eye much the same way as it would protect your heart. A study released last year found just one serving of fish a week reduced study participant's risk of macular degeneration by 31 percent. Two servings of nuts equaled a 35 percent decrease and just one tablespoon of olive oil a day seemed to drop your risk of blurry vision in half! The key ingredient was omega-3 fatty acids, the good kind of fat! Here's a tip: The fish with the highest levels of omega-3 are salmon, tuna, mackerel. As for nuts? Walnuts are among the best. We all know all "fat" isn't created equal, and here's one more example why: People who consume diets high in trans fat are nearly two times more likely to develop macular degeneration than those who limit their trans fat intake. So stay away from a lot of sweets, processed and fried foods. The American Heart Association recommends two servings of omega-3 fatty acid foods a week for a balanced diet. If you don't like fish or nuts -- soybeans, tofu and flaxseeds also are great sources of omega-3. Official Link: http://pagingdrgupta.blogs.cnn.com/2010/10/07/will-eating-carrots-help-my-eyes/ GiwFfCT0No4 |
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