Friday, August 21, 2009

Top 10 Fruits and Vegetables for Eye Health

  1. Carrots: Vitamin A, antioxidant
  2. Spinach: Lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants
  3. Kale: Lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants
  4. Collards: Lutein and zeaxanthin
  5. Tomatoes: Vitamin C, antioxidant
  6. Bell Peppers: Vitamin C and A, antioxidants
  7. Citrus Fruit: Vitamin C, antioxidant
  8. Squash: Lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants
  9. Avocado: Glutathione
  10. Strawberries: Vitamin C, antioxidant

1 comment:

Unknown said...

Lutein has long been known for the eye health benefits that it provides. A recent study from Harvard finds another benefit. Lutein can also protect us from UVB light. This is the type of light which causes sunburn and skin cancer.