"leafy vegetables" news and stories

A recent study done by researchers at the University of Wisconsin in Madison found that yellow pigments found in vegetables like corn and squash may help protect women macular degeneration, an age-related disease of vision loss. Their findings were published in the August issue of the Archives of Opthalmology.

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness among older Americans. There is no cure for the disease, and current treatments can only slow down the progression. Previous studies have suggested that carotenoids may reduce risk of AMD, and the current findings further support it. Carotenoids are compounds that are found in corn, squash, egg yolks, broccoli, peas and leafy green vegetables.

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Hungry Girl has a quick and easy to read rundown of the properties of Vitamins A through K, complete with information about what each vitamin is, what it does and where to get it.

For example, Vitamin A is primarily found in brightly colored fruits and vegetables, while Vitamin D is in fish, like salmon and tuna, and can also be gotten from spending time in the sun. Vitamin B mostly comes from animal-based sources, but can also be found in whole grains and green, leafy vegetables. Citrus fruits will provide plenty of Vitamin C, which can help fight colds and other illnesses. Vitamin E boosts your immune system, while K regulates blood clotting. For a full listing of all you need to know about these vitamins, check out Hungry Girl's list.

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