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Aged Black Garlic Supports Glaucoma and New Eye-Related Research

Aged black garlic, a culinary staple, is gaining recognition for its unique flavor and remarkable health benefits. Garlic has long been celebrated for its medicinal properties. Aged black garlic is a fermented food with even more potency and health benefits. Recent research has uncovered the benefits of aged black garlic, particularly in relation to the … Continue reading “Aged Black Garlic Supports Glaucoma and New Eye-Related Research”

Oxidative Stress, Vision and Overall Health

Chronic stress is a common problem in modern living. Work, finances, relationships, and general anxiety are just a few causes. Over time, stress can harm your health. Vision problems and brain diseases can be caused or aggravated by stress. How does stress tie in with free radical damage and antioxidants? What can you do to … Continue reading “Oxidative Stress, Vision and Overall Health”

All About Omega-3 Fatty Acids

The standard Western diet, with many processed foods, white grains, fats, sugars, preservatives, and flavorings lacks essential nutrients to support the retina. These non-beneficial components aggravate inflammation in the body – an underlying, and sometimes a direct cause of illness, premature aging, and cellular degeneration. Essential nutrients include a wide range of amino acids, minerals, … Continue reading “All About Omega-3 Fatty Acids”

Nutrition for Diabetic Retinopathy

Did you know that proper nutrition and exercise can help prevent diabetic retinopathy?1  Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a potentially blinding complication of diabetes that damages the eye’s retina; it is a leading cause of vision loss in the world. About 10% of Americans have diabetes. One in three people with diabetes has symptoms of diabetic … Continue reading “Nutrition for Diabetic Retinopathy”

What Causes Accelerated Aging? Research on Senescent Cells

Remaining energetic and healthy is generally a goal for seniors. In this article, we will look at one of the factors that cause accelerated aging — senescent cells. Damaged cells cause visible signs of aging: liver spots, gray hair, and wrinkles. Disease, injury, and other stress factors harm cells throughout our body. Increased free radical … Continue reading “What Causes Accelerated Aging? Research on Senescent Cells”

Antioxidant Building Blocks

Did you know you can help your body create and maintain healthy levels of antioxidants? Oxidative Stress Consequences Our body is under constant stress due to the creation of free radicals. Oxidative stress, resulting from the presence of free radicals, is implicated directly or indirectly in many vision and health conditions. Some researchers consider oxidative … Continue reading “Antioxidant Building Blocks”

Eye Exercise Refresher Online

Did you know that eye exercises can keep your vision strong? Eye exercises can even reduce an eyeglass prescription. The practice of daily eye exercises has been used for thousands of years in Asian cultures. Jump to the exercises