May is Macula Month and the perfect time to learn if you’re at risk of macular disease.
If you’re over 50, you are at higher risk of age-related macular degeneration, and everyone with diabetes is at risk of vision loss through diabetic eye disease.
By adopting the healthy habits below, you can help to minimise your risk of vision loss from macular disease, whether you have been diagnosed with the disease or not.
How many of these healthy habits can you tick off?
- I don’t smoke
- I eat a healthy, well balanced diet
- I eat dark green leafy vegetables and fresh fruit daily
- I eat fish 2 or 3 times a week
- I choose low glycemic index (low GI) carbohydrates instead of high GI
- I eat a handful of nuts a week
- I limit the intake of fats and oils
- I keep a healthy lifestyle by maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly
- I have a regular comprehensive eye test and macula check
If you were able to tick all nine healthy habits – Well Done!
If you didn’t tick all the boxes or you are overdue for you eye exam, now is the time to make a change to reduce your risk or delay progression of macular disease.
To make an appointment click here or phone us on 59963693
For more information you can order your free info kit from Macular Disease Foundation Australia on 1800111709 or visit www.mdfoundation.com.au