Mon, 5 November 2007
It's well know that omega-3 fatty acids are great for the heart and the brain, but did you know they are also good for the eyes? In fact, there are many nutrients, along with some simple habits, that can help maintain and restore your vision. Today our guest is Dr. Robert Abel, author of the Eye Care Revolution. We'll discuss what steps you should take to maximize the health of your eyes. We answer listeners' phone calls. Reference: Low vitamin D tied to serious pregnancy complication http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL36443520070913 Vitamin D does not prevent death from cancer http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSSAT10130620071031 |
Mon, 5 November 2007
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in older Americans, and like most diseases, there are many things you can do to reduce the odds of ever getting it. What about eye exercises? Do they work or are they a huge waste of time? Those are just two of the topics we discuss with our special guest Dr. Robert Abel, one of our country's leading ophthalmologists. Reference: Diet, growth are major cancer causes: report http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSL3184982220071101Exercise and Physical Activity for Older Adultshttp://www.acsm.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Research/Roundtables_Specialty_Conf/PastRoundtables/Exercise_for_Older_Adults.htm |