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"Eating healthy is imperative for a person's overall health and well-
being," said April Popejoy, MS, RD.
-- Colorful fruits and vegetables, including broccoli, orange peppers,
corn, peas, persimmons and tangerines for lutein and zeaxanthin.

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Served on a toasted bun with lettuce,
tomato and Mexi-ranch sauce.

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LOUIS, This month in honor of national Save
Your Vision Month, the American Optometric Association (AOA) is educating
America about the importance of caring for their eyes through proper
nutrition.

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-- Vegetable oils (safflower and corn oil), almonds, pecans, wheat germ
and sunflower seeds for vitamin E.

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Bourbon Street Chicken Salad (full and half): Grilled
blackened Cajun chicken on a bed of fresh greens mixed with
sauteed mushrooms + onions and tossed in a spicy ranch
dressing. Topped
with crispy rice noodles and toasted almonds. In fact, studies have suggested that by eating foods rich in
nutrients, including antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, beta carotene,
vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc, Americans can protect their eyes from disease.

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Applebee's Introduces Spring Menu

Black and Bleu Burger: An 8-ounce burger grilled with Cajun
seasoning and topped with delicious bleu cheese topping and
crispy bacon.

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Tossed with our Oriental
vinaigrette.
Served in a big bowl over a flavorful array of stir-fry
vegetables and almond rice pilaf.
-- Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach; deep orange or yellow
fruits and vegetables found in cantaloupe, mangos, apricots, peaches,
sweet potatoes and carrots for beta-carotene.

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Healthy eating habits containing abundant vitamins and minerals can lead to
healthy eyes."
Together, the AOA and dietician April Popejoy recommend regular
consumption of a variety of foods loaded with the key nutrients for
maintaining and improving eye health, including:
-- Fruits and vegetables such as oranges, grapefruit, strawberries,
papaya, green peppers and tomatoes for vitamin C.org/conditions/nutrition.

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In fact, it could be the most promising means of protecting your eyes
from disorders such as AMD and cataracts.
-- Meat, liver, shellfish , milk, whole grains and wheat germ for zinc. Through four years of advanced post-graduate study concentrated
specifically on the eye and vision health, and participation in annual
continuing education courses , doctors of optometry have the skills and
training that enable them to provide more than two-thirds of all fundamental
eye care in the United States.

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Fresh mushrooms, broccoli, red peppers, sugar
snap peas and shredded carrots accompany a bed of almond rice
pilaf drizzled with a spicy-sweet orange soy sauce. There currently are more than 1,700 Applebee's
restaurants operating system-wide in 49 states and 12 international
countries.com

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More than 22 million Americans suffer from cataracts or age-related
macular degeneration (AMD), the two leading causes of vision loss and
blindness. The site is a great resource for
nutrition quizzes, recipes and fun facts for children.

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Served with lettuce, red onions and tomato on a
toasted bun.

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Topped with country potatoes and served with garlic
toast.

Grilled Teriyaki Bowl (steak, chicken, shrimp): Succulent
grilled steak, chicken or shrimp top a bowl full of snappy
Asian-stir fry. A
skewer of tender steak paired with a skewer of marinated
shrimp, both grilled and brushed with teriyaki sauce.

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Teriyaki Steak + Shrimp Skewers (Weight Watchers item). Additional information on Applebee's International can be
found at the company's website (www.

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Grilled Oriental Chicken Salad (full and half): A variation of
our signature Oriental Chicken Salad, this new dish consists
of crisp Asian greens topped with grilled chicken, toasted
almonds and crispy noodles.

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The promotion runs through June 19.

Applebee's International, Inc.applebees.Millions of Americans Could Prevent Onset of Eye Diseases by Eating Healthier

ST. Cataract extractions are the most common surgical procedures
performed in the United States, accounting for more than two million each
year. In addition to providing
vision-related care, optometrists play a major role in an individual's overall
health and well-being by detecting and diagnosing chronic and systemic
diseases.

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Topped
with diced tomatoes and shredded Parmesan cheese and served
with garlic toast.
Based on numerous clinical trials, studies and surveys, and research by
the National Eye Institute , there is a definitive correlation between good
nutrition and the prevention of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and
cataracts.
For more information on eye health, Save Your Vision Month or nutrition
and vision, log on to the AOA's Web site at
http://www.

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The new items added to the spring lineup (menu items will vary by
market):

Thai Chicken Pizza: A crisp, flour tortilla crust topped with
a sweet and spicy Thai peanut sauce, shredded pepper-jack
cheese , chipotle chicken, red onion, shredded cabbage, carrots
and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro .

American Optometric Association Educates Americans about Connection Between Healthy Eyes Healthy People

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About the American Optometric Association (AOA):
American Optometric Association doctors of optometry are highly qualified,
trained doctors on the front lines of vision care who examine, diagnose,
treat, and manage diseases and disorders of the eye. The American Optometric Association represents
more than 33,000 doctors of optometry, optometry students and paraoptometric
assistants and technicians in more than 6,600 communities across the country.

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Also this week, the company introduced two new steak items as part
of its latest Sirloin Steak Toppers promotion. Topped
with diced tomatoes and shredded Parmesan and served with
garlic toast.

Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Bowl: Plump and juicy shrimp tossed
with fresh broccoli and a creamy garlic Alfredo sauce. Served
with rice pilaf, fresh steamed vegetables and a side of
teriyaki sauce. "But it's especially important for healthy
eyes.

This area is for the listing of sites discussing fruits or vegetables or having recipes including them.

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Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl: Breaded boneless chicken breast
delicately spiced and covered in a spicy-sweet orange glaze.

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Chicken + Broccoli Pasta Alfredo Bowl: Strips of grilled
Italian or blackened chicken on a warm bed of fettuccine
tossed with fresh broccoli and a creamy Alfredo sauce., develops, franchises and operates restaurants under the
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar brand, the largest casual dining
concept in the world.com

For photos of food items or for a copy of Applebee's latest BBQ
Fever commercial, contact:
Vikki Watson, Applebee's International, Inc. "A person would have to consume four pounds of
carrots to obtain the same amount of lutein in just a 1/2 cup of cooked
spinach. It has been estimated that if the progression of cataracts could be
delayed by 10 years , the number of surgeries performed annually could be
reduced by 45 percent.

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Restaurant Writers /Business Editors

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.----Applebee's
Neighborhood Grill + Bar (Nasdaq: APPB ) continues to bring innovative,
great-tasting dishes to its guests by introducing 10 new and improved
items -- including a new Weight Watchers dish -- to its menu.

Jalapeno Jack Chicken Sandwich: Cajun-spiced, crispy breaded
chicken topped with melted pepper-jack cheese, pico de gallo
and sliced jalapenos.

The Sirloin Steak Toppers will feature four steaks, including the
new Shrimp 'N Parmesan Sirloin and the new Grilled Portobello Sirloin., headquartered in Overland Park,
Kan.

"Contrary to popular belief, eating spinach is even better for your eyes
than carrots," said Popejoy.

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