Vision & Hearing

Though it is well-established that red and orange fruits and vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes and tomatoes reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), it seems we’re not being told as much by vision experts. A study has shown that barely 40% of optometrists and just 5% of...

Contrary to popular opinion, problems with vision are largely dependent on individual lifestyle and intake of certain micronutrients. More confirmation of this has just come from scientists following close examination of 18 high-quality studies into diet and eyesight. Along with our brains, our eyes are probably our most precious organs,...

Have you heard about sea buckthorn berries? Since the beginning of the 2000s, interest in these small orange berries has been growing steadily, accompanied by a corresponding increase in their cultivation. Though their sharp flavour is not to everyone’s taste, these berries are actually more valued for their health benefits....

In India, turmeric is used to treat a wide variety of ailments including gastrointestinal problems, inflammation, headaches, infections and colds. It is turmeric’s curcuminoid content, particularly curcumin, which is responsible for its numerous and wide-ranging health benefits. From improving digestive function and supporting liver detox processes, to conferring powerful anti-inflammatory...

Don’t wait until you start to lose your eyesight before taking steps to care for your eyes. It’s especially important to act fast if you begin to see dark spots or your vision deteriorates. There are two main threats to our eyesight: cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, or AMD. Cataracts...