Enjoy our St. Patrick’s Day puzzle!
Will There Be A Boom In Eye Diseases As Boomers Turn 60?
As baby boomers continue their march towards retirement, age-related eye disease has become an important health issue.
The American Optometric Association (AOA) reminds Americans 60 and older that early detection through a comprehensive eye exam can prevent or slow vision loss due to cataracts and other age-related eye diseases, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. [Read more…]
5 More Ways to Protect Yourself from AMD
Last week we discussed a few of the factors that make people, especially women, to Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Although we can’t change our genetics, we can find ways to protect ourselves. Here are five more ways to keep your eyes (and your body) healthy.
1. Eat your spinach.
What Popeye didn’t know was that spinach is a rich source of lutein and zea-xanthin, powerful antioxidants that can reduce the risk of certain eye diseases, like AMD. Other good sources include any kind of leafy green vegetable such as collards and kale, as well as eggs and orange-colored fruits. [Read more…]
5 Ways to Keep An Eye On Women’s Vision Health
Women’s vision health is most at risk for a disease called Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). The National Eye Institute has identified AMD as the leading cause of blindness, with women being at higher risk then men.
Aside from the matter of gender there is a higher incidence of AMD for people who fall into these categories:
- Caucasian ethnicity
- Female
- Family history of the condition
- Smoking
- High blood cholesterol levels
- Cardiovascular disease
- Hypertension
Fortunately there are ways to keep your eyes healthy for as long as possible. Try these tips: [Read more…]
Winter Fun
Here’s a winter puzzle for you and the kids. You can get more great puzzles at the Holiday Zone. You can print the puzzle from here or click the picture to be taken to Julie Vickery-Smith’s puzzles. Either way have fun!
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