by Valley Eyecare Center | Jun 15, 2022 | Diabetes, Diet
If you have diabetes, prevention of diabetic eye disease is a priority. Diabetes increases too much glucose in the bloodstream, causing damage to the nerves and blood vessels that run throughout the body, including the eyes. If not managed, diabetes increases the risk...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Aug 14, 2019 | Diet, Eye Health
Carotenoids are pigments that produce the bright colors of yellow, red and orange in plants, fruits, and vegetables. There are more than 600 carotenoids classified into two types of groups: carotenes and xanthophylls. Both groups contain antioxidant properties that...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Jan 30, 2019 | Diet, Eye Health
Nutrition plays an important role in all aspects of well-being, including eye health. The food you eat act as building blocks and defense for your body, and without a proper foundation, your eye health will suffer. Learn what you need to eat for optimal eye health and...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Nov 14, 2018 | Diet, Eye Health
Visiting your Phoenix eye doctor at least one time per year is important to maintaining vision and eye health. Other factors, including eye safety, overall health, and diet, can also contribute to keeping your eyes healthy. Most people have heard that carrots help to...
