What to eat for optimal eye health?
EYE HEALTH BENEFITS
Your eyes are vulnerable to free radical damage because they're constantly exposed to light energy, oxygen, and air pollutants
Lycopene is a phytonutrient that protects the body from oxidative stress. It helps to neutralize these free radicals and protect the eye tissues
Lycopene lowers the risk of developing cataracts and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
WHOLE BODY BENEFITS
Lycopene reduces the risk of developing heart disease and certain cancers (lung cancer, prostate or cervical cancer)
What to Eat:
Lycopene is found in RED foods
Tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit, blood oranges, apricots, guavas, persimmons, etc. are all good sources of lycopene
According to Statistics Canada, over half (59%) of Canadian adults are NOT eating enough vegetables & fruit in their diet (5 servings a day is recommended).
Try to find ways to incorporate more healthy colourful foods in your meals to reduce your risk of developing chronic diseases.
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