Egging Your Vision On

According to preliminary studies, there are some potentially health promoting ingredients in eggs that may help stave off macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults older than 65. Specifically, the carotenoids found in egg yolks (the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin) also make up large portions of macula (the central back portion of the retina that is responsible for seeing fine print). While eggs are not as rich a source of lutein and zeaxanthin as dark leafy green vegetables, such as spinach, the lutein and zeaxanthin in egg yolks seem to be atleat three times more bioavailable. That means that the body absorbs more of both these antioxidants from eggs than it does from leafy greens.

It is very important to talk with your physician before making changes in your diet. Good medical care is based on a cooperative relationship between you and your Eye MD. At NeoVision Eye Center, we provide comprehensive care for diseases of the eye. The most current scientific methods are used for diagnosis and management of your vision problem. A combination of innovation and experience has created an unbroken history of excellence in eye care. Let us help your preserve your vision, please call us to schedule an appointment.

P.S. One of the first symptoms of macular degeneration is loss of central vision, which is not always readily apparent to those suffering from the disease - all the more reason to schedule a comprehensive eye exam http://www.neovisioneyecenter.com/ms_cee.html.

Shobha Tandon, MD, PhD, is an ophthalmologist and Medical Director of NeoVision Eye Center with offices at 2 Union Square in Union City, and at 2500 Hospital Drive, Bldg. 11 in Mountain View.