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Archive for July, 2011

Our eyes need proper nutrition and care for their health maintained. I have searching for some resources and then I found there are at least, 10 choices of nutritious foods that are beneficial for maintaining healthy eyes.

1. Carrots

Carrots are rich in beta carotene. Beta carotene is converted by the body into vitamin A which plays an important role for our eyes. Carrots also can help our body to release free radicals.

Broccoli

2. Broccoli

This vegetable is rich in vitamins and nutrients needed eye, such as vitamin C, calcium, lutein, zeaxanthin, and sulforaphane. Broccoli can prevent breast cancer and as an antioxidant. Adding broccoli in the daily menu can also nourish the eyes.

3. Garlic

Garlic contains selenium and other nutrients that are good for the eyes, such as vitamin C and quercetin. Despite the sharp scent, garlic has many benefits for the organ, not only effective in preventing stroke for example.

4. Avocado

Avocados are nutrient dense and well proven for eye health. Moreover, avocados contain more lutein than any other fruit. Lutein is important for preventing macular degeneration (a decrease in visual acuity) and cataracts. Avocados are also an important source of nutrients for the eye such as vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and vitamin E.

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Several people wondered with eyeglasses and frame prices when they browse eyeglasses in online frames. There are some explanations why designer eyeglasses is quite expensive. Let’s figure out together the reasons’ why.

We understand that designer eyeglasses costed for quite expensive for three main reasons:
First, because it is a recognized brand and reputation, Second, because they’re use quality materials, and Third, the high cost to cover for these companies research and development of new models and the comfortable function of those eyeglasses for the customers.

picture taken from specsdotcom

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