Did you know that eye health is often overlooked, even though it’s one of our most valuable senses? In this episode, Dr. Rudrani (Rani) Banik returns to go over how you can naturally prevent vision loss and protect your eyes. We discuss actionable steps you can take today, including which supplements for eye health are most effective, how to protect your eyes from blue light, and why proper nutrition is key.

Dr. Rani is a board-certified integrative neuro-ophthalmologist. She focuses on the root cause of eye diseases and employs strategies that incorporate nutrition, botanicals, lifestyle modifications, and supplements to address issues like macular degeneration and cataracts.  Dr. Rani is the author of two best-selling books: Beyond Carrots - Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z and Dr. Rani's Visionary Kitchen. She is also the founder of The Eye Health Summit™, which is scheduled to take place in the first week of May 2025.

Tune in and discover how to safeguard your vision and live a vibrant, active life today!

 

“Get your eye check-ups even if you feel that there's nothing problematic. Go to the eye doctor once a year after the age of 40." ~ Dr. Rudrani Banik

 

In this episode:

- [02:28] - Meet the expert in vision health

- [05:05] - Three common eye conditions associated with aging

- [06:38] - How nutrition affects your eye health

- [10:45] - Supplements for eye health: what works

- [16:45] - Tips to minimize the negative impact of blue light on vision

- [27:32] - What to do if you have glaucoma

- [31:36] - When to see an eye doctor

- [34:27] - Details about the upcoming Eye Health Summit 

- [42:55] - Where to learn more about Dr. Rani 

 

Resources mentioned

- The Eye Health Summit - https://tinyurl.com/eyehealthsummit

- Dr. Rani's website - https://www.drranibanik.com/

- Osteoporosis Exercises to Strengthen Your Bones and Prevent Fractures (free) - https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/osteoporosis-exercises-to-strengthen-your-bones-and-prevent-fractures-1

 

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