From coke to cataracts: The price of modern living

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What if the food on your plate today is setting you up for blindness tomorrow? In this episode, we dive into the alarming rise of Type 2 diabetes among young adults — and how it’s fueling cataracts and vision loss in Namibia and beyond. You’ll hear from award-winning ophthalmologist Dr. Helena Ndume, who doesn’t hold back about the dangers of fast food, sugary drinks, and modern lifestyles. She also shared with Future Media's Angie Scholtz why going back to the diets of our grandparents might just save our eyesight. Tune in and find out what needs to change before you pay the ultimate price with your life.
24 Sep 2AM English South Africa News

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