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Top foods for healthy eyes

Author:- Viewpoint Specialist Eye Centres

Saturday 13th of February 2021 04:40:14 PM

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It is a general believe that an eyesight that is failing is an eventuality of getting aged or by just having a continuous eye strain.

This appears to be true from indications, however one reduces the risks factors associated with the eye health.

According to a report by The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), the findings show that vitamin C and E, including certain nutrients such as copper and zinc may help to reduce eye health risk.

In this article, we would look at some nutrient-rich foods that can help to boost the state of eye health.

Also, we would mention other tips for maintaining a healthy eye.

Based on the AREDS reports, eye health organizations such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) recommends certain nutrients for the eye health.

Fish
Many fish are very rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Offering beneficial fish oil when consumed.
 
These rich oil fishes include: 
 
  • tuna
  • salmon
  • trout
  • mackerel
  • sardine
  • anchovy 
 
Studies have also indicated that fish oil has the capacity to reduce drastically the effect of dry eyes.

Nuts and legumes

These also have high constituent of Omega-3 fatty acids. 

They are also rich in vitamin E, which is useful in protecting the eye from age-related disease.

Nuts and legumes good for the eye include:

  • walnuts
  • cashews
  • peanuts 

Seeds

Seeds are also rich in both Omega-3s and  vitamin E.

Seeds high in omega-3 include: 

  • chia seeds
  • flax seeds 
Citrus fruits

Just like vitamin E, Vitamin C are good oxidant that helps to fight age-related eye disease.

Citrus fruits rich in vitamin C include 

  • lemons
  • oranges
  • grapefruits 

Leafy green vegetables 

They are a very good source of vitamin c. Leafy greens vegetables include:

  • Spinach
  • Kale
  • Jute Leaf (ewedu)
  • Bitter leaf

  

Carrots

These are rich in Vitamin A. This kind of vitamin play a very critical role in healthy eye vision.

Vitamin A is an important constituent of rhodospin.

Rhodospin is a protein found in the retina that helps in the absorption of light.

Sweet potatoes

Like carrots, sweet potatoes are rich in beta carotene. They are also a good source of the antioxidant vitamin E.


Eggs
Eggs are very good source of vitamin c and E as well as Zinc. 


Water

This is coming at no surprise at all as an essential fluid is crucial to the health of the eye.

Consumption of water in large quantity may simply reduce dry eye symptoms.

courtesy: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/


Other eye health tips
  •  wearers of contact lenses should follow their doctors’ instructions to reduce the risk of infection.
  • stopping smoking
  • getting regular eye exams, particularly if there is a family history of eye disease
  • wearing eye protection when working with possible eye irritants or dangerous chemicals
  • washing hands before applying contacts

Early treatment for eye health problems can prevent them from getting worse. So people who notice changes in their vision should schedule a comprehensive eye exam with an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

Warning signs for eye health

Possible symptoms that a person may be experiencing vision trouble include:

  • Frequent changes in visual clarity
  • Seeing distorted images
  • Seeing floaters or flashes in the field of vision
  • Reduced peripheral vision

Summary


Citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C which may help lower the risk of age-related eye damage.

Eating a varied diet that includes lots of fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins is enough to ensure most people get the right nutrients for eye health.



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