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health1 year ago•4 min saved

Daily Pistachios: A Nutty Boost for Eye Health and Protection

A new study from Tufts University suggests that consuming two ounces of pistachios daily can significantly improve eye health by enhancing macular pigment optical density, which is crucial for good vision. The benefits are attributed to the high bioavailability of lutein in pistachios, a plant pigment that protects the macula from blue light damage. The study highlights the potential of pistachios as a dietary measure to prevent or slow down macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss, especially in older adults.

via Medical News Today|

#eye-health #health #lutein

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Boosting Athletic Vision: The Power of Colorful Foods"

A study from the University of Georgia suggests that athletes' visual range can be improved by consuming fruits and vegetables rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which enhance functional vision and the ability to handle blue light exposure. These plant compounds, known as macular pigments, accumulate in the retina and act as a filter to prevent blue light from entering the eye. While individual absorption rates may vary, incorporating more lutein and zeaxanthin into the diet can have overall health benefits and potentially optimize athletic performance.

via SciTechDaily|

#athletes #lutein #nutrition

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Colorful Veggies Boost Eyesight, Confirms Science"

Supplementing athletes' diets with colorful fruits and vegetables rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, plant compounds known as macular pigments, could improve their visual range. Enhanced visual range is crucial for athletes in various sports, enabling better clarity of distant targets. By acting as a filter against blue light, lutein and zeaxanthin enhance the eye's natural ability to handle blue light exposure, offering potential benefits to athletes.

via Neuroscience News|

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health2 years ago•3 min saved

Scientists unveil the healthiest smoothie-making method.

Scientists from Linköping University in Sweden have found that adding coconut milk or high-fat cow's milk to green smoothies can boost levels of lutein, an antioxidant that keeps our eyes healthy. Tests showed that oat, almond, and soy alternatives, which are popular among vegans, were no better than water. The researchers believe that the different fat, carbohydrate, protein, and fibre content of the mixers affected the amount of lutein available for the body to absorb. They plan to conduct a separate study in people to measure the amount of lutein absorbed from smoothies made with different mixers.

via Daily Mail|

#coconut-milk #cows-milk #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Boost Your Spinach Smoothie's Antioxidant Power with These Liquids"

Researchers at Linkoping University in Sweden have found that only four of the 14 common dairy and plant-based products studied increased lutein liberation in spinach smoothies. Cow's milk with a high-fat content and coconut milk improved lutein liberation, while yoghurt and soymilk did not show particularly good results. The type of liquid used in the smoothie can affect lutein content, as lutein dissolves in fat but not in water. Lutein is an antioxidant present in spinach and kale that can suppress inflammation-related processes and is an important risk factor in cardiovascular disease.

via Hindustan Times|

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