Evidence-based nutrition, in plain English — every entry sourced from clinical research.

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Health Benefit: Eye Health

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Apricot

Apricots are high in beta-carotene and soluble fibre for eye and skin health; dried apricots are a concentrated iron and fibre source.

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Corn

Whole corn is a useful source of lutein, zeaxanthin and fibre for eye and heart health, but has a high glycaemic index.

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Pumpkin

Pumpkin flesh is one of the richest sources of beta-carotene, and the seeds supply zinc and magnesium for immune and muscle health.

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Carrot — photograph

Carrot

Carrots remain the classic source of beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A for vision, immune function and skin.

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Red Bell Pepper - photograph

Red Bell Pepper

Red bell peppers deliver more vitamin C than oranges per 100 g, with capsanthin and carotenoids for immunity and eye health.

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Avacado nutrition benefits

Avocado

Avocado is high in monounsaturated fat, fibre, potassium and lutein — a nutrient-dense fat source with genuine heart and eye health benefits.

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