Nov
02
2010
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It is possible to reduce children’s intraocular pressure (or eye pressure) by ensuring that their diet is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and fiber. Children were studied because they had fewer concurrent medical issues than adults that would potentially skew results.
The polunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are key sources of endogenous prostaglandins (fat derived compounds that are essential to the body’s proper funtion). A diet rich in PUFAs helps aid eye health and reduces eye pressure, according to this study of information derived from the Singapore Cohort Study of Risk Factors for Myopia.
Researchers found that fiber helps to reduce upswings in blood glucose levels after eating.
Elevated intraocular pressure can lead to glaucoma and other damage to the optic nerve.
Source: http://www.pconsupersite.com/view.aspx?rid=75563
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May
14
2009
Researchers have released a new study showing that regular consumption of fish, omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, and nuts helps protect against age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
The study, published in the Archives of Ophthalmology, assessed the relationship between dietary fatty acids and the 10-year incident of AMD.
Scientists examined 3654 elderly Australian participants at baseline and re-examined 2454 of these participants five and/or ten years later. Participants completed a food frequency questionnaire.
The findings confirmed many previous studies on AMD. After adjusting for age, sex, and smoking:
- one serving of fish per week was associated with reduced risk of early AMD primarily among participants with less than the median linoleic acid consumption
- findings were similar for consumption of long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids: one to two servings of nuts per week was associated with reduced risk of early AMD
- protective associations between nut consumption and reduced risk of pigmentary abnormalities were seen among nonsmokers, participants with less than the median ratio of serum total to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and those with beta carotene intake greater than the median level.
This study provides evidence of protection against early AMD through:
- regular consumption of fish and nuts
- greater consumption of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
- low intakes of foods rich in linoleic acid
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SOURCE: Dietary Fatty Acids and the 10-Year Incidence of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, The Blue Mountains Eye Study, Tan, et al, Arch Ophthalmol. 2009;127(5):656-665.
