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YOUR VISION IN FOCUS
North Branch Did you know 75% of vision loss is preventable? Since May is National Healthy Vision

Month, here are a few tips for maintaining good eye health.

1. Make healthy lifestyle choices. Eating lots of fish (Omega-3’s), leafy greens (anti-
oxidants lutein and zeaxanthin), orange vegetables (beta carotene), citrus fruits and
berries (vitamin C), and almonds (vitamin E) are great choices.

2. Early detection and timely treatment is key to protect and prevent vision loss from
diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, etc.

3. Know your family history. Glaucoma is 3x more common in African Americans.
Diabetic eye conditions are more common in Hispanics, Latinos and Native Ameri-
can. Older adults are at a higher risk for age related conditions.

4. Wear protective eye gear when operating hazardous equipment, certain sports or
hobbies. Wear sunglasses to protective against UV rays when outside.

5. Consider Gingko Biloba supplementation.* Ginkgo improves blood flow which
helps the entire body, including the eyes and specifically the retina. As one of the
most popular herbs, Ginkgo has been used for glaucoma, diabetic eye conditions and
age related macular degeneration (AMD), to name a few. Although it is known as a
“tonic” herb, meaning it is usually okay to take over time, ginkgo interacts with many
medicines, so always consult your healthcare provider first.
Sources:
Eye Health tips: http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20680738,00.html
Gingko: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-333-ginkgo.
aspx?activeingredientid=333
* Statements herein have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Ad-
ministration. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Angela Coleman, Healthy Habitz Frankenmuth MI

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