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11 Best Fruits for Healthy Eyes

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Eyes are amazing as it helps us to see the outside world.Eating fruits and vegetables keeps our eyes healthy.Naturally,  fruits and vegetables are packed with many vitamins and minerals which is required for our over all good health. Eating right amount of fruits and vegetables in our daily diet reduces the risk  of night blindness,a ge related macular degeneration ,  cataracts   and other eye diseases . Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Vitamin A(and beta carotene)  are dietary antioxidants.These antioxidants protects our body against diseases,keeps our cells and tissues healthy, strengthens blood vessels  and boost our immune system. Beta carotene and vitamin A  protects the eyes against dry eyes,night blindness,strengthens retina. Citrus fruits are good source of  vitamin C. They contain  flavonoids which protects eyes from cataract and macular degeneration. eg: grapes,cherries,oranges Lutein & Zeaxanthin are antioxidants which  protect the eyes from damage, reduces the risk of

Top 5 Nutrient-Dense Vegetables

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Nutrient dense  foods are fully packed with nutrients(vitamins and minerals).They are usually low in calories but contains high amount of vitamins and minerals. In other words, Nutrient dense  foods  are rich in nutrients when compared to their calorie content. Nutrient dense  foods are healthy foods rich in nutrients compared to energy-dense foods and satisfies the  nutrient requirements of the human body. Nutrient dense  foods examples,fruits and vegetables,satisfies the nutrient needs of your body and makes you feel fuller for long time. Energy-dense foods are   low in fiber and are  high in sugar and fat content.Examples-  Products containing added  sugars , processed  cereals  are  Energy-dense foods.These foods  may not truly satisfy the appetite.  Reduce energy-dense foods and include more  nutrient-dense foods  in you diet for healthy living. Nutrient dense  foods helps to  limit fat, calories, and possible weight gain. According to  Dr. Fuhrman,Check ANDI fo