Recipes

Here is a great recipe filled with Lutein, but you may be asking yourself, what exactly is Lutein? Lutein is a strong antioxidant that can help keep your eyes and your body healthy. This nutrient helps decrease inflammation, protect your eyes from harmful blue light, and fight against dry eye...

Strawberries are certainly in season, as National Pick Strawberries Day falls in May! Did you know that strawberries are packed with vitamin C, which is known to help inhibit cataract progression? Prioritize you vision with this tasty and fun summer recipe! Tangy Pineapple Strawberry Salsa This super easy Tangy Pineapple...

Omega 3s. The thing that no one wants but we surprisingly need, especially if you suffer with dry eye syndrome. Omega 3s are a family of essential fatty acids that play important roles in the human body. We cannot produce them on our own, so we must get them from...

September is Healthy Aging Month! There are a lot of steps you can take to help keep your eyes and body healthy throughout your life. One easy and delicious way is to eat healthy! Did you know tuna, salmon or mackerel, all have the ability to improve overall eye health....

It's that time again! Back To School! It can be difficult to find the time and energy to make sure the kids have a healthy breakfast before heading off to school. This recipe is quick, easy and rich in antioxidants that insures they are getting tons of nutrients to fight...

Did you know Salmon is packed with vision-friendly nutrients? Delicious salmon is rich in B-vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids, both of which can help protect eyes. This recipe is not only healthy and tasty but easy to make! Serve it with your favorite salad or veggie. Ingredients: Salmon 2 TBS...

Did you know eating foods high in antioxidants, such as beta-carotene, selenium and vitamin C and E will help ward off Cataracts? A diet full of cold water fish, fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants is not only good for your body but also great for the health of your eyes....

This month The AOA has declared June, the Cataract Awareness Month. One more benefit of eating healthier….healthier eyes! Eating foods high in antioxidants, such as beta-carotene, selenium and vitamin C and E will help ward off Cataracts and keep your eyes healthy. Foods that involve kale, sweet potatoes, carrots, turnips,...

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. Age-Related Macular Degeneration is one of the leading causes of blindness. During the month of February we are reminding people that early detection is a critical first step. Our doctors perform thorough health exams that will detect disease. With new technology, this condition...

Did you know butternut squash is a good source of carotenoids, vitamins A, B6, C, and folate. Butternut squash is also full of phytochemicals, which convert into antioxidants, thought not only to help prevent macular degeneration, but also to reduce the risk for certain cancers and cardiovascular problems. Hope you...

Try something new this Thanksgiving and change your pie option to Strawberry Rhubarb Pie. Not only will it be delicious but it will benefit your eyes too! Strawberries are packed with vitamin C. Which helps to protect your eyes from age-related diseases and keep the tissue and blood vessels around your eyes...

Packed with tons of nutrients! Quick and easy for your lunch or your kids! Ingredients: 3/4 cup cooked quinoa 1 1/2 cups chopped kale Couple tablespoons of diced avocado (as much as you would like) 4 Tablespoons mushrooms diced 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon fresh parsley Salt and pepper...

Quick and easy way to get lots of nutrients in one meal that will help fight eye disease. Ingredients: Riced Cauliflower (use a food processor to rice the cauliflower) Veggies of your choice. You can use Brussels, purple cabbage, turnips, beets, red potatoes, onion, sweet potoato, zucchini, squash, or anything...

Foods rich in antioxidants can help control the symptoms of dry eye. Choose colorful foods like berries, acai, spinach and carrots. A smoothie is a great quick treat to insure your getting tons of nutrients to fight eye disease. Ingredients: 1 cup of almond milk 1/2 cup frozen blueberries 1/2...

Want to eat great tasting food and fight dry eye and other eye diseases? Salmon has a high level of omega-3s and kale has tons of antioxidants. Both great at fighting free radicals that contribute to dry eye. Cauliflower contains sulforaphane that protects the vulnerable tissues of the retinal area...

Dry eye can be caused by oxidative stress in the body. Foods rich in antioxidants can help slow down the process of oxidation. Here is a great recipe filled with fruits that are abundant in antioxidants. Ingredients: 1 cup strawberries (frozen or fresh) 1 frozen sliced banana 1/2 cup rice...

Zucchini Pasta Salad Are you looking for a healthy side dish for your upcoming cookout? Do you love pasta salad? Then we have a recipe for you! Zucchini is beneficial in reducing swelling around the eyes. It is full of carotenoid Beta-carotene which can be converted into vitamin A in...

It's time for back to school! We all know how crazy it can be trying to make the kids breakfast, get lunches together, and get them to school on time. So here is a quick breakfast that is sure to give them lots of nutrients and give you a stress...

It's Glaucoma Week and we have a great recipe for you! This salad contains lots of omega 3's and antioxidants which are all very important for maintaining excellent eye health and great for a glaucoma diet. Recipe: SALAD INGREDIENTs: 8 ounces smoked salmon, roughly chopped 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and...

Try this healthy and simple Thanksgiving side dish. Carrots are an excellent way to get a boost of Vitamin A, which actually plays an important role in vision, bone growth and health of the immune system. Vitamin A also helps the surface of the eye, mucous membranes and skin be...

Try this delicious kale salad with your Thanksgiving Day meal. Kale is especially abundant in two carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin, which helps prevent damage to the eyes from excessive exposure to ultraviolet light. In several studies, people with a history of eating lutein-rich foods like kale had up to 22% lower...

Ingredients 2 eggs 1very ripe banana 1/4 cup almond butter 2 Tbsp coconut milk 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon Pinch salt 1 tsp vanilla extract Coconut oil is great for cooking in with lots of healthy nutrients Directions Mash up the banana and almond butter in a bowl....