MyHealthCentral had an interesting news item from a study conducted at the University of Melbourne, Australia. This study suggested that people who lose weight around their middle, can decrease their odds of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which is the leading cause of severe vision loss among elderly people. With all the emphasis on Obesity these days, this may be another good reason to lose weight. This will also motivate me to work harder on my own diet over the... Read Full Story
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The eye is the most vital and delicate organ of our body.Without eyes all the materials gains and achievement are useless and life becomes burdensome and meaningless.
Prevention is always better than cure and eye care is superior to eye cure.
Vitamins are extremely important to maintain good vision.
Vitamins minerals and many food items play major role in maintaining good... Read Full Story
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Losing belly fat may cut risk of eye disease
Last Updated: 2008-11-27 8:10:22 -0400 (Reuters Health)
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - New research suggests that people who lose weight around their middle, particularly those who are obese, can decrease their odds of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of severe vision loss among elderly people.
"Reduction in risk of AMD may be an additional benefit of reducing weight, especially in obese and overweight patients... Read Full Story
