Protect your eyes with healthy habits

-Eat a healthy diet high in green leafy vegetables, whole grains and fish.

-Don’t smoke; nicotine limits the oxygen in your bloodstream and creates free radicals that can damage your eyes.

-Keep your blood pressure under control through diet and medication, if needed.

-Maintain a healthy weight and exercise.

-Limit your exposure to ultraviolet light; wear sunglasses and a hat when outdoors.

-Get regular eye exams.

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