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    Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes
    Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes
    Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes
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    Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes

    By Sandra Young and OD

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    Have you ever had symptoms such as your eyes burning, itching, or feeling like there are grains of sand in them? Are your eyes chronically red or irritated eyes? Perhaps your eyes “water” all the time. One very common cause of these symptoms is a condition known as dry eye!
    Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes is a guidebook to help you navigate your way to moist, comfortable eyes. Dry eyes have many underlying causes. The ocular surface becomes inflamed. Proper nutrition helps to modulate inflammation in the eyes and throughout the body.
    Enjoy delicious recipes designed to improve tear composition, tear production while reducing ocular surface inflammation.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGatekeeper Press
    Release dateMar 16, 2018
    ISBN9781642370553
    Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes

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      Heal Your Dry Eyes - Sandra Young

      Heal Your Dry Eyes

      Nutrition & Recipes

      Sandra Young, OD

      Columbus, Ohio

      Published by Gatekeeper Press

      2167 Stringtown Rd, Suite 109

      Columbus, OH 43123

      www.GatekeeperPress.com

      Copyright

      © Beyond Carrots & Kale, LLC

      © Photographs by Sandra Young, OD

      Food Styling by Sandra Young, OD

      All rights reserved under the Pan American and International Copyright Conventions

      In accordance with the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976, the scanning, uploading and electronic sharing of any part of this book without permission of the publisher constitutes unlawful piracy and theft of the author’s intellectual property. All legal rights reserved. This book may not be recreated in any file format or physical format without express written permission of Sandra A. Young, OD at Beyond Carrots & Kale, LLC.

      Beyond Carrots & Kale, LLC

      PO Box 1106

      Monument, CO 80132

      -------------------------

      ISBN: 9781642370553

      Library of Congress Control Number: 2018935332

      Printed in the United States of America

      Nutritional Analysis by Sandra Young, OD, SELF Nutrition, HappyForks.com

      **Please note that for all recipes the nutrition facts are Percent Daily Value. Percent Daily Values are based upon a 2000 calorie diet. Your Daily Value may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs. **

      Disclaimer

      The recipes in this book were created using ingredients with nutrients thought to support dry eye and ocular health. This book is intended to provide knowledge and useful information. No claim is made that consumption of these foods or recipes will improve vision, dry eye syndrome, ocular or systemic health; nor will it reverse ocular or systemic disease. This book is sold with the understanding that the author and publisher are not providing medical, health or other professional services. This book is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease - ocular or systemic. The author and publisher specifically disclaim all responsibility for any liability, loss, or risk that is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly by the use of, and/ or the application of any of the content in this book. Before beginning any new diet plan, first consult your physician. While this book was developed with dry eye syndrome and ocular health in mind, consumption of these foods or recipes will not replace regular eye health examinations by a qualified optometrist or ophthalmologist.

      With much pride, I dedicate this book to my husband Mike, and children Adele and Mitchell. You have all brought so much joy and happiness to my life.

      Table of Contents

      Seafood Stew Medley

      Acknowledgments

      Introduction

      Chapter 1: Understanding Vision, Eye Wellness & Dry Eyes

      Healthy, Comfortable Eyes & Vision

      How We See

      What is Dry Eye?

      Tears: More than what Meets the Eye

      The Tear Film

      Dry Eye Categories

      Symptoms of Dry Eye

      The Doctor’s Dry Eye Evaluation

      Chapter 2: Underlying Causes of Dry Eye

      Systemic Health Conditions

      Ocular Conditions

      Chapter 3: Relief for Your Dry Eyes

      Home Remedies (or, On the Road)

      With Your Doctor

      Chapter 4: Anti-inflammatory Nutrition for Dry Eye

      Anti-inflammatory Nutrition for Dry Eye

      Chapter 5: Dietary Principles for Eye Health & Well Being

      Blood Sugar Regulation & Glycemic Load

      Gut Health

      Whole Foods, Cooking Techniques, Bioavailability

      Let’s Support Eye Wellness

      Chapter 6: Dry Eye, Diet, Antioxidants & Inflammation

      Dry Eye, Diet & Antioxidants

      Dry Eye, Diet & Inflammation

      Chapter 7: Your Anti-inflammatory Dry Eye Pantry

      Food with Important Eye Health Nutrients:

      EPA/DHA Omega 3 Fatty Acids

      ALA Omega 3 Fatty Acids

      GLA Omega 6 Fatty Acids

      PA Omega-7 Fatty Acids

      Vitamin A

      Vitamin C

      Vitamin D

      Vitamin E

      Phytonutrient & Antioxidant Rich Foods

      Gut Health

      Lutein + Zeaxanthin

      Chapter 8: Recipes for Your Dry Eye Diet

      Omega Fatty Acid Recipes

      EPA/DHA Omega 3 Fatty Acids

      Paprika Salmon Roasted withMushrooms & Shallots

      Curried Mussel with Coconut Milk, Cilantro & Sundried Tomatoes

      Green Goddess Coleslaw & Tuna

      Green Goddess Anchovy Dressing

      Seafood Medley Stew

      ALA Omega 3 Fatty Acids

      Chia Pumpkin Pie Pudding

      Cinnamon Spiced Walnuts

      Chia Strawberry Jam

      Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Swirl

      GLA Omega 6 Fatty Acids

      Spirulina Smoothie

      Black Currant & Blackberry Smoothie

      PA Omega 7 Fatty Acids

      Sea Buckthorn Smoothie

      Grilled Romaine Wedge Salad

      Champagne Vinaigrette

      Vitamin A Recipes

      Beta Carotene

      Roasted Sweet Potatoes

      Autumn Acorn Squash

      Italian Dipping Sauce

      Lycopene

      Roasted Tomato Sauce

      Bell Pepper & Butternut Squash Appetizer

      Balsamic Vinaigrette

      Retinol

      Sea Buckthorn Deviled Eggs

      Garlic Parmesan Crisps

      Vitamin C Recipes

      Orange & Grapefruit Salad with Pistachio Nuts

      Broccoli Slaw with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette

      Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette

      Fresh Green Herb Salad with Sole

      Apricot Ice Cream & Popsicles

      Vitamin D Recipes

      Vitamin D Enhanced Mushrooms

      Scrambled Omega-3 Eggs with Chives & Mushrooms

      Asian Tuna Ceviche

      Vitamin E Recipes

      Dried Apricot & Almond Squares

      Spice Rubs & Blends

      Indian Curry

      Tex Mex Chile Powder

      Herbs de…Eye Health

      Spicy Almonds, Sunflower & Pepita Seeds

      Anti-inflammatory/Antioxidant Recipes

      Hibiscus Green Tea with Gogi Berries

      Cocoa Infused Coffee

      Sesame Ginger Roasted Beets

      Sesame Ginger Dressing

      Matcha Green Tea Tabbouleh

      Matcha Green Tea Quinoa

      Let’s Keep AGEs in Check

      One Pot Poached Turkey Breast & Vegetables

      Asian Five Spice Poached Salmon

      Cauliflower Smashed Potatoeswith Garlic & Leeks

      Gut Health Recipes

      Marinated Cucumber & Radish Salad

      Raspberry Kefir Smoothie

      Roasted Asparagus & Shallots

      Bone Broth

      Recipes to Promote Blood Sugar Regulation

      Easy Oven Roasted Tandoori Cod

      Tandoori Seasoning

      Mediterranean Shrimp & Artichoke Kabobs

      A Side of Green Beans

      Sample Dry Eye Meal Plan

      Glossary of Terms

      Studies & References

      Author Bio

      Acknowledgments

      There are many people I want to thank for the creation and shaping of this book. A lengthy project requires a team effort.

      Stuart Richer, OD, PhD, FAAO As an optometrist, physiologist, professor and lecturer, Dr. Richer has dedicated his professional life to ocular health and wellness. He is the lead researcher on several ground breaking studies in both vision science and nutritional support of ocular wellness. Dr. Richer is the president of the Ocular Wellness & Nutrition Society and is the director of Ocular Preventative Medicine at the James Lovell Federal Health Care Facility. I am humbled that Dr. Richer found time to read through an early manuscript of my book, commenting and providing dry eye and nutritional pearls. The depth of his knowledge seems limitless. I cannot thank him enough.

      Jared Matthews, MD After graduating summa cum laude from University of Oklahoma, College of Medicine, Dr. Matthews completed a fellowship in ophthalmic pathology, a residency at Yale University Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, and then, another fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery. I am honored that Dr. Matthews was kind enough to review the final manuscript of Heal Your Dry Eyes: Nutrition & Recipes. His insights greatly enhanced the final version to the benefit of my readers. With much gratitude…thank you!

      A. Paul Chous, MA, OD, FAAO, CDE Dr. Chous is caring and compassionate with a fervent desire to educate his patients, students and colleagues. He is the author of Diabetic Eye Disease: Lessons from a Diabetic Eye Doctor. He also writes articles for Diabetes in Control and dLife.com. Dr. Chous was the lead researcher for the Diabetes Visual Function Supplement Study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology. Dry eye commonly affects those with diabetes. I am grateful for Dr. Chous’ expertise on diabetes from both the caregiver and patient perspectives. You have improved the lives of so many people. Thank you.

      Jenenne Nelson, PhD, CNS, RN When I asked Dr. Nelson to read through the first edition of my book, I should have known it would be transformative. Her impressive career included professor emeritus, dean of the UCCS graduate school and a retired General Officer. Wow! Heal Your Dry Eyes initially was a book about herbs and spices for eye health. While an interesting topic, she immediately realized that the subject needed to be more narrowly focused. I took her advice and Heal Your Dry Eyes was born. Thank you very kindly for sharing your knowledge…and red ink!

      Syd Harriet, PhD, PsyD Dr. Harriet is amazing; a true Renaissance man of many talents. He is a prolific author, literary agent, English professor, psychologist, golfer, musician and jazz singer. I am quite certain I must have left out a few more of his gifts…sorry! Thank you for being my friend and mentor. Heal Your Dry Eyes would never have been written without your advice and wisdom. Thank you for all the words of encouragement.

      Joel Solano, MD Dr. Solano is an amazing ophthalmologist trained at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. He is a board certified, fellowship-trained specialist in corneal, cataract surgery, glaucoma and laser vision correction. Thank you for your review.

      Sook Kelley Sook is a fabulous cook. Sook grew up in Korea. She went to both Suwon Women’s College and Sejong University to become a nurse. Every meal she creates for her family and friends is amazingly delicious. When Sook offered to help design recipes for this book, I immediately took her up on the offer! The recipes for the Bell Pepper & Butternut Squash Appetizer and the Marinated Cucumber & Radish Salad are from Sook’s inspiration. Find Korean red pepper in an Asian market near you. It will make the Marinated Cucumber & Radish Salad sing! Thank you for all your effort, knowledge and kindness.

      Sandi Andrew, NP The more eyes that read through a manuscript the better the end product. Sandi shared her years of experience as a nurse practitioner to give me valuable feedback. I was then able to pass along her knowledge and insights to my readers. Thank you for the review; it was most helpful.

      Lorie Casbon, CPA To run a business smoothly, a CPA is invaluable. Lorie has not only kept my accounting on the straight and narrow, she has also been my steadfast friend and hiking buddy! I appreciate your help enormously.

      Jon Casbon, MD, MPH (Col., USAF Retired) Imagine having a triple board certified physician for your sous chef! Dr. Casbon assisted

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