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The Modern Paleo Meats - Blog is dedicated to raising the awareness of the health benefits of eating 100% grass fed buffalo, lamb and beef products from animals that have been 100% pastured and never given any added hormones and antibiotics. I promote the idea of the re-emerging animal husbandry practices of animals living off the land and roaming free - this turns out to be better for the animals and for the environment. Eating this type of lean red meats is promoted by the Paleo, Low-Carb and Gluten-Free diets - so this blog will also explore Paleo Lifestyle topics, suggestions and recommendations for how to eat and exercise consistently with these regimes. Articles, comments and thoughts expressed by this blog are opinions and beliefs and should not be taken as any type of medical advice. Online store: www.ModernPaleoMeats.com

Friday, August 10, 2012

Grass-fed meats good for eye health

Foods that Help Improve Eye Health
HEALTH
Thursday, August 9, 2012

By Charmaine Gooden

Every part of the human eye needs ocular nutrition support and nutrition to
maintain our vision and eye health as we age.

Dark leafy green vegetables like spinach, kale and swiss chard contain lutein and
xeaxanthin, pigments that protect the eyes from harmful blue light which can lead to
macular degeneration. They also contain beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, zinc and fibre,
which are all necessary for good eye health.

Lean Meats like turkey breast and grass-fed game (buffalo, some beef)
contain high levels of zinc and vitamin E, which are beneficial for eye health.
As they are a complete protein, they also provide a feeling of fullness, which
reduces caloric consumption.

Whole Grains including oatmeal, barley, and quinoa are high in fibre and
have a low glycemic index. Refined carbohydrates such as those found in
white bread and white rice have a high glycemic index. High glycemic index
food intake correlates to cataracts, macular degeneration and diabetes,
which are all sight-threatening conditions.
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