Phytochemicals, are naturally found in plants and are responsible for providing color, flavor, and aroma to fruits and vegetables. They are biologically active and function to protect plants against invasion, disease, and infection. Studies have shown that high intakes of fruits and vegetables are correlated with lower risks of chronic disease and obesity, partly because of these phytochemicals, … Continue reading The Importance of Phytochemicals in Your Diet
Month: August 2011
Eye Health Tips
Issues with our eyesight can have severe inferences on our way of living. We use our eye in every single action of our own lives although reading, writing, watching television, employing pc or mobile phone or going somewhere. We really should look after our eyes. Without vision we are not able to do anything whatsoever … Continue reading Eye Health Tips
Vitamin C may be critical for eye health
New research indicates that Vitamin C may be critical to maintaining good eye health and could be protective for those at risk of glaucoma. The study done by Oregon Health & Science University indicates that Vitamin C may be needed for correct functioning of retinal cells. The study, published in the Journal of Neuroscience, found … Continue reading Vitamin C may be critical for eye health
Examination May Help Rule Out Eye-Related Links To Behavior, Learning Problems
In the syndicated Parent to Parent column appearing in the Charlotte (NC) Observer (8/16), Betsy Flagler asks, "Is your child headed back to school with an inability to pay attention? Have his eyes, ears and teeth checked by specialists to rule out any health-related links to behavior problems" or difficulties learning in the classroom? While children "generally … Continue reading Examination May Help Rule Out Eye-Related Links To Behavior, Learning Problems
Watching Too Much Television May Shorten Lifespan
In continuing coverage, NBC Nightly News (8/16, story 8, 0:40, Williams) reported, "Watching a lot of television shortens your lifespan, at least that's the conclusion of a big, new study out of Australia that says for each hour of TV you watch over the age of 25, it takes 22 minutes off your life at the end … Continue reading Watching Too Much Television May Shorten Lifespan