Notes from Let’s Talk Low Vision – November 21, 2023 SpeakersKatie L Friedman, LDO – 5 Star Eye CareDenise Russell – Speak to Me CatalogueDebra Erikson – The Blind Kitchen

Katie L. Friedman, LDO 5 Star Eye Care Office: 808-670-7576Katie@5StarEyeCare.comhttps://www.5stareyecare.comApple App Store:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/5-star-eyecare/id6469543306Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actionera. Spoke of the importance of getting together for the holidays, especially those who are hiding out because they feel like a burden to those in the family with good vision. She bridged the concept of what does a sighted person gives a visually impaired friend or family member? Rich in vitamins and minerals: Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, vitamin A, and beta-carotene, which are essential for maintaining healthy eyes. Top 10 foods highest in Lutein & Zeaxanthin—for your macula:· Dark Leafy Greens—spinach, kale, collards, and Swiss Chard· Green Peas· Summer Squash· Pumpkin· Brussels Sprouts· Broccoli· Asparagus· Romaine Lettuce· Carrots· Pistachios Vitamin C:• Oranges• Strawberries• Kiwi• Bell peppers (especially red & green)• Guava• Sweet potatoes • Pumpkin• Apricots• Mangoes• Including these foods in your diet can contribute to good eye health as they provide essential vitamins and antioxidants. Vitamin A:• Carrots• Sweet potatoes• Spinach• Kale• Butternut squash· Beta-Carotene (converts to vitamin A in the body): Below are some great resources, both people in our CCLVI community, with some great ideas this holiday season. Denise Russell Speak To Me Catalogue.https://www.speaktomecatalog.com/800-248-9965Over 400 Product and gift ideas:· Talking Label Wond· Pocket Talking Bibles· Talking digital recorder· Game Bopit! button (lots of talk about this item!)· Singing & walking dolls· Deviled Egg Make· Hero Hot Dog Steamer that barks when the hot dogs are cooked· Musical Christmas Ornaments and stocking stuffersDebra Erikson The Blind Kitchenhttps://theblindkitchen.com/https://youtu.be/d06eo6lvQfg Tools from The Blind Kitchen: · Pie Maker Collection· Kitchen Basics Collection· Cutting and Chopping Collection· Stovetop Collection· Oven Collection· Heat Glove· Boil Alert Dick – from Stovetop Collection, only $4.99· Auto Measure Spout

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