Consistently eating the right foods can help your hearing, vision and teeth

You’re probably aware that, for better or worse, what you eat can affect your risk for conditions like high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes. But the same kind of diet that’s good for your brain, heart and lungs — rich in fruits, veggies, lean protein, grains and healthy fats — also helps hearing, vision and dental health, says Libby Mills, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a trade association.