Start with the fork to save your eyes
Everyone knows that heart health is important, and the way to a healthier heart is a proper diet and exercise, but did you know that your level of heart health may also affect your vision?
As a good rule of thumb, a heart-healthy diet is important for our eyes, as they are part of the vascular system. Those little red vessels, veins and nerves in your eyes are connected to a blood-pumping powerhouse in your body, so keeping that engine fueled and healthy is important.
heart shape by various vegetables and fruits
So, in reverse, foods that are bad for heart health, especially foods high in cholesterol, are not good for our eyes and may affect the quality of your vision.
Is your daily diet up to snuff? Peek at the list below to see examples of foods that provide dual health benefits, for both your heart and eye health.
– Spinach
– Kale
– Collards
– Vegetables, like carrots and bell peppers
– Sweet potato
– Butternut squash
– Fruits high in vitamin C, like oranges
– Blueberries
– Foods high in omega 3 (flax seed oil, salmon, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, chia seeds)
– Low sodium foods
– Low cholesterol foods
– Minimally processed foods
– Nuts and seeds
– Lean proteins, like chicken and turkey
– Legumes
– Oats and grains
Are you eating any of these foods too often?
– Highly processed foods and meats like hot dogs or salami
– High sodium foods
– Foods high in fat and cholesterol
– Potato chips
– Fatty dairy products like whole milk, ice cream, butter and cheese
– French fries
– Crackers
– Cookies
– Candies, sweets and cakes
If so, choose wisely–your vision may also be paying the price!
