Day 105

BREAKFAST

Had a veggie omelette and a steaming cup of freshly ground coffee and a piece of whole wheat toast dry.

Had a banana later in the morning.

Went for my usual 40 minute walk....very windy today and not all that warm.

Here is an interesting article about vision

Its not just citrus fruits, new findings in the journal Ophthalmology suggest older adults eating a lot of leafy greens, citrus fruits and fish are less likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a major contributor to vision lose. Studying the diets of 4,000 adults, experts claim foods rich in omega-3s, vitamin C and E, zinc and antioxidants lower the risk of AMD. These low-sugar foods do not cause surges in blood pressure, which may harm retinas; Reuters reports.

Actually, last year researchers determined plant nutrients lutein and zeaxanthin, found in foods like spinach, kale and collard greens, promote eye health and prevent cataracts, while eating red meat 10 times week increases the likelihood of age-related macular degeneration by 47%.

In related news, a recent study showed vegetable-based diabetes offer superior diabetes control and omega-3 fatty acids, like those contained in walnuts, reduce inflammation linked to heart disease.

LUNCH

We didn't have lunch today....will have an early dinner instead.

DINNER

We had Shepard's pie made with yams instead of potatoes. Delicious!

more later....