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In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we dive into the role of nutrition in maintaining good eye health with Dr. Rudrani Banik. You’ll hear us discuss:The 30 nutrients that keep your eyes healthyMacular carotenoids for eye protectionWhy you need more than beta-carotene for healthy eyesHow to reduce eye strain and blue light exposureDr. Rudrani Banik is a Board-certified Ophthalmologist and Neuro-Ophthalmologist with fellowship training and expertise in Functional Medicine. Skilled in ophthalmic surgery and Botox, she specializes in treating headaches and migraines. Dr. Banik is also the author of three books on eye health and nutrition: "Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health A to Z," "Dr. Rani's Visionary Kitchen: Over 200 Recipes For Healthy Vision," and "Dr. Rani's Plant-Based Visionary Kitchen: Over 130 Plant-Based Recipes for Healthy Vision."Guest Details:Dr. Rudrani Banik’s Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTokDr. Rudrani Banik’s BooksIcahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai WebsiteRupa Health Details:Rupa Health's Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeRupa Health Reference Guide & MagazineDr. Kate Kresge’s Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube & TwitterDr. Kate Kresge on PodcastTimestamps02:34 - Nourishing Your Eyes Beyond Carrots10:04 - The Surprising Truth Behind Beta Carotene12:09 - Surprising Nutrients and Delicious Smoothies for Eye Health17:32 - How Screen Time and Nutrition Impact Your Vision20:09 - The Science Behind Blue Light Blocking Glasses25:40 - Flickering, Blue Light, and Migraine Triggers28:30 - Macular Degeneration and How to Safeguard Your Vision32:52 - The Hidden Wonders of Eye Exams38:09 - Looking at the Glands in People's Eyes41:21 - Eye Drops Exposed47:18 - The Nutrition Eye-Q Test49:08 - Nourishing Your Eyes with Dr. Banik’s Books50:39 - Where Can You Find Dr. Banik?
