Episode 82: Why These Centenarians Don't Develop Macular Degeneration

<p>In Episode 82 of <strong>The Eye-Q Podcast™</strong>, Dr. Rani Banik sits down with integrative optometrist, filmmaker and podcast host Dr. Kerry Gelb to explore why the eyes are much more than organs of sight.</p><p>Dr. Gelb explains how examining the retina and its blood vessels may provide important clues about cardiovascular health, diabetes, inflammation and other systemic concerns.</p><p>He also shares what he discovered while visiting centenarians in Nicoya, Costa Rica, one of the world’s Blue Zones. Did these adults living beyond 100 develop age-related macular degeneration—and what might their nutrition, movement, community and lifestyle teach us about vision longevity?</p><p>You’ll also hear practical insights about:</p><p>• Nutrition and age-related eye disease<br />• Lutein, zeaxanthin and omega-3-rich foods<br />• Exercise, sleep and morning sunlight<br />• Stress management and healthy aging<br />• The connection between retinal and cardiovascular health<br />• The biggest misconception about the eyes and the rest of the body</p><p>This whole-body conversation may change the way you think about eye examinations—and what your eyes can tell you about your health.</p><p>Follow <strong>The Eye-Q Podcast™</strong> so you never miss an episode, and share this conversation with someone who wants to protect their vision for life.</p><p><em><strong>ABOUT MY GUEST:</strong></em></p><p>Dr. Kerry Gelb is an optometrist, health educator and creator of the documentary <em>Open Your Eyes</em>. He also hosts the <em>Open Your Eyes Podcast</em>, which explores the connections among eye health, nutrition, lifestyle and systemic wellness.</p><p>Watch until the end to hear Dr. Gelb identify what he believes is the single biggest misconception about eye health.</p><p>Subscribe to <strong>The Eye-Q Podcast™</strong> for evidence-informed conversations about eye health, brain health, nutrition, migraine, healthy aging and vision longevity.</p><p>Please like this episode, leave your questions in the comments and share it with someone who wants to protect their eyesight.</p><p><strong>This episode is intended for education only and does not replace individualized medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.</strong></p><p>#EyeHealth #MacularDegeneration #HealthyAging #IntegrativeMedicine #TheEyeQPodcast</p>