India, March 11 -- Do you like munching on a handful of pistachios as a healthy snack? A new study states that it's a great habit and can in fact protect your eyes from vision loss. The study, conducted by researchers at Tufts University discovered that having two handful of pistachios on a daily basis can help protect eyes against macular degeneration, which is one of the leading causes of vision loss among older adults. Also read | National Pistachio Day: 5 compelling reasons to munch on pistachios every day

Macula is the part of the eye's retina responsible for sharp and central vision. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a condition where the macula is affected, leading to vision loss. Hence, older adults face difficulties in s...