Can Dark Green Leafy Vegetables Save Your Eyesight
Dark green leafy vegetables are rich in the antioxidant lutein, which has been claimed to help reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), said Sarah Francis, an Iowa State University assistant professor and ISU Extension nutrition specialist. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in adults age 65 and older, and nearly 10 million Americans have this eye disease. Since March is Age-related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, lutein is gaining attention.
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