We hear a lot about eye health and nutrients for the eyes lately, and guess what — pistachios contain generous amount of lutein and zeaxanthin which prevent macular degeneration and
other eye diseases related to aging.
Not exact matches
This research points to exciting new possibilities for preventing or reversing the disabling vision loss caused by age -
related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinitis pigmentosa, glaucoma, and
other diseases that damage the retina, the layer of light - sensitive nerve cells that line the back of the
eye.
Surprisingly enough, bananas also contain
other antioxidants including beta - carotene, lutein, selenium, Vitamins A, C, and E, offering a wide range of health benefits including protection against cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular
disease and risk reduction for cataract formation in the
eyes as well as age -
related macular degeneration.
A third cup of spinach a day is recommended for optimal
eye protection against age -
related macular degeneration and
other premature degenerative
diseases.
Responsible breeders are those who carefully select a mate for Puffin or Princess; make sure she's hale and hardy before breeding; and get her checked for hip dysplasia,
eye diseases, deafness, or any
other breed -
related genetic abnormality.