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Our eyes are the windows into our overall health with eye health being linked to other organs and systems within the body.

Diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions are some that affect our eyesight.

Following a healthy diet and lifestyle are the best ways to preserve your vision.

The below lists are foods and nutrients that especially benefits the eyes:

·       Leafy Greens like Spinach, Kale, Collard Greens are rich in plant nutrients. These nourish the eyes.

·       Berries with a particular focus on the colour purple. The colour purple provides antioxidants for the eyes. Anti-oxidants keep the tissue healthy.

·       Avocado healthy fats in avo’s with glutathione which is an antioxidant

·       Broccoli contains sulforaphane that is good for liver detoxification. As a side note in Chinese medicine, the eyes are the organs associated with the liver. So we treat the liver also to treat the eyes.

·       Salmon has healthy Omega oils which lubricate the eyes and reduce inflammation.

·       Almonds are rich in anti-oxidants and also include glutathione. Glutathione is your master detox nutrient.

·       B vitamins for blood flow and nerve health. Optimal blood flow is needed for great eye health.

·       Antioxidants such as A, C, E.

·       CoenzymeQ10, L-carnitine help for energy production within the cell, and therefore the eye can function optimally.

·       Omegas 3’s healthy fats for the eyes which are anti-inflammatory

·       Probiotics and Prebiotics for immune health. 80% of your immune system comes from your gut so essential to keep your gut in check.

·       Getting enough exercise and sleep are also important lifestyle factors for overall health – but you know this already don’t you!