Chlorinated tap water may kill bacteria at the treatment plant, but it continues killing beneficial bacteria in your gut long after you drink it. This can weaken your immune system over time. Chlorine also combines with organic matter in water to form trihalomethanes — known carcinogens linked to increased risk of bladder, breast, …
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Eggs – One a Day
Keeps the Eye Doctor Away Eggs have had a complicated reputation over the years — but when it comes to eye health, the science is clear: eggs are one of the best foods you can eat. A Triple Threat for Your Eyes Eggs deliver three important eye nutrients in a single, convenient package: …
How to Prevent Macular Degeneration: 11 Practical Steps
Macular degeneration prevention is possible, though there’s no single foolproof method. The good news is there are several proven steps you can take to significantly reduce your risk. You should be especially diligent about prevention if you’ve already been diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), or if you’re older and the disease runs in …
Electronics Really Can Damage Your Eyes
Can electronics really damage your eyes? The answer is yes. New evidence shows that the blue light emitted from computer screens, tablets, TVs, smartphones, and modern lighting like CFL and LED bulbs can cause retinal cell death. Over a lifetime of cumulative exposure, this damage can lead to macular degeneration, a leading cause …