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Eggs Can Prevent Blindness

  • January 14, 2005

Age-related macular degeneration is the major reason Americans go blind. But, lutein is an antioxidant that can help prevent this condition. Lutein is a carotenoid found in green, leafy vegetables (think spinach), fruits and eggs, and it is just as important to your health, if not more so, than beta carotene. Lutein acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells against the damaging effects of free radicals. But, because your body doesn't make lutein, it must be obtained from food or...