Eye health and nutrition - broccoli and brussel sprouts Dr. Setareh Ziai, MD, FRCSC, Ophthalmologist

Duration: 1:07

Broccoli and brussel sprouts are both members of the Brassica family of cruciferous vegetables and share a number of nutritional characteristics that make them eye-health super foods. These include: 1. A high Vitamin C and E content, two potent dietary antioxidants known to reduce the risk of age related macular degeneration. 2. A high soluble fibre content , known to reduce risk of high blood sugar and cholesterol which contributes to an increased risk of eye health concerns later in life 3. A high potassium content, which reduces high blood pressure risk – another contributor to poor eye health over time. 4. A rich source of the unique eye-health nutrients lutein and zeaxanthin, which are concentrated in the human retina and may lower the risk of both cataract and macular degeneration.

Presenter: Dr. Setareh Ziai, Ophthalmologist, Ottawa, ON

Local Practitioners: Ophthalmologist