Bad Carbs and Eye Health

The continuing popularity of the low-carb craze keeps finding more evidence to support its cause. Here’s some news regarding eye health. Note this is about the unhealthy, simple and refined carbohydrates which are also related to numerous other health conditions prevalent today including weight gain, heart disease and diabetes.

New details about the association between high carbohydrates and cataract risk have emerged from a study reported in the June 2005 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (volume 81, pages 1411-1416). Those who consume  simple and refined carbohydrates and other foods with a high glycemic index were more likely to develop age-related eye degeneration. Once again we are advised to stick with more whole food choices and cut back on the sugary sweets and sodas.

Also there are numerous other topics regarding specific foods that are "insightful" to eye health. For example  low-carb frequently means high protein and fat intake but there were some interesting facts about how too much protein and the unhealthy fats may be harmful for healthy eyesight. Once again it's all about the right balance and whole foods. Consume sugar and refined carbs in moderation not as your usual staple!