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Barring degenerative eye conditions, patients may be complaining of irritations that cause squinting and excessive blinking. Here’s how to help them see the light better. Ocular discomfort has become a common issue among Americans who have healthy eyes. And they don’t need to visit the ophthalmologist when naturopaths can help them to naturally see their ...
Eating Prunes May Help Protect Against Bone Loss in Older Women
It’s already well known that prunes are good for your gut, but new Penn State research suggests they may be good for bone health, too. In a research review, the researchers found that prunes can help prevent or delay bone loss in postmenopausal women, possibly due to their ability to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, ...
Capsanthin, Zeaxanthin & Cryptoxanthin: The “Other” Carotenoids for Eye Health
If I asked you to name an important carotenoid for eye health, you’d likely say “lutein,” and you’d be right—but only partially. While lutein is certainly the most well-know of the ocular carotenoids, there are others that play vital roles as well. These include capsanthin, zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin. This article will focus on the value ...
Eating More Fruit and Vegetables Linked to Less Stress, Study Finds
Eating a diet rich in fruit and vegetables is associated with less stress, according to new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU, Australia) that was published in Clinical Nutrition. The study examined the link between fruit and vegetable intake and stress levels of more than 8,600 Australians aged between 25 and 91 participating in the ...
Lutein & Zeaxanthin for Cognitive Function: A New Use for Eye Antioxidants
By Professor Gene Bruno, MS, MHS, RH(AHG) Huntington College of Health Sciences The carotenoid antioxidants lutein (L) and zeaxanthin (Z) are best known for the role they play in healthy visual development and functioning, including the ability to efficiently absorb blue light.1 By absorbing blue light, T&Z limit the amount that reaches the critical visual ...
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