This is a popular myth that dates back to World War II when British fighter pilots were said to have great nighttime success against the Germans due to high carrot consumption. While carrots do contain nutrients like Vitamin A and beta carotene, which are necessary for vision and good for eye health, excess consumption of carrots has not been shown to improve vision. The real eye nutrients being discussed today are the Omega 3 oils, which are found mostly in fish, and which are particularly useful in combating dry eye and maintaining good eye health as well as promoting overall wellness. Two other important eye nutrients are lutein and zeaxanthin, which have been found to slow or prevent age-related macular degeneration in many people. These nutrients are found mostly in the dark leafy vegetables like kale, spinach, and turnip greens. So for good vision and eye health try skipping the carrots for now and have a nice meal of grilled salmon and fresh spinach!
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100 Country Club Dr., Suite 106
Hendersonville 615-824-4246
About Me
- Dr. Eric Stamper
- Hendersonville, TN, United States
- Visionary Eyecare Center is a new eye care facility located in Hendersonville, Tennessee in the same building as the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce at 100 Country Club Drive. It is our mission to provide a truly unique eyecare experience with an intense focus on patient comfort and convenience, quality care, and fashionable eyewear.
Through multiple community and professional organizations I have formed a large number of deep friendships and business connections. I am active in the Hendersonville and Gallatin Chambers of Commerce, Hendersonville Morning Rotary, Lions Club, Leadership Sumner, Middle Tennessee Optometric Society, Tennessee Optometric Association, and American Optometric Society.
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