Susie Burrell's 'bliss balls for your eyeballs'

To raise awareness of Macular Degeneration (MD) this Week, Specsavers has teamed up with leading dietician and nutritionist, Susie Burrell. Susie’s 'bliss balls for your eye balls' recipe utilises important ingredients rich in a number of vitamins, such as vitamins A and E, along with a host of antioxidants proven to be good for the eyes and key in the battle against MD. 

Makes 12

You will need

175g mixed nut/seed spread
Approximately 10 dates
1/2 cup dried blueberries
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup pepitas
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp vanilla essence
Coconut for rolling

Method

1 Place all ingredients (excluding coconut) in a food processor and blend to combine.
2 Using a tablespoon, roll into balls.
3 Roll in coconut then place in the fridge for up to an hour to firm up.

There are a number of simple steps that people can take to ensure they reduce the risk of developing MD, including making small dietary changes like eating more leafy greens, brightly coloured fruits, oily fish, and nuts and seeds which can have a big impact on the health of your eyes.

Regular eye check-ups are also vital to catching MD and other issues early, says Burrell, who is an ambassador for Specsavers.