9. Fish May Protect Your Vision in Old Age
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A disease called macular degeneration is a leading cause of vision impairment and blindness, and mostly affects older individuals (26).
There is some evidence that fish and omega-3 fatty acids may provide protection against this disease.
In one study, regular consumption of fish was linked to a 42% lower risk of macular degeneration in women (27).
Another study found that eating fatty fish once per week was linked to a 53% decreased risk of neovascular (“wet”) macular degeneration.
Bottom Line: People who eat more fish have a much lower risk of developing macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision impairment and blindness.
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