Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Eating fruits and vegetables, which are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, may decrease the risk for age related macular degeneration of eyes

Fruits and vegetables that are sources for lutein and zeaxanthin: the macular pigment in human eyes. 

Eating fruits and vegetables, which are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, may decrease the risk for age related (eye) macular degeneration. 

Fruits and vegetables of various colours can be consumed to increase dietary intake of lutein and zeaxanthin.

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