Top Foods to Help Protect Your Vision
Carrots aren’t the only foods that can help your eyes; many other nutritious foods not only improve your vision but also can lower the risk of cataracts or age-related macular degeneration.
Kale, Spinach, and Collards
Lutein and zeaxanthin are antioxidants that protect and maintain healthy cells and they’re abundant in these dark, leafy greens. They act like internal sunglasses that can filter harmful blue waves. These greens are also high in vitamin A, which is good for the eyes.
Oysters
Zinc deficiency has been linked to impaired vision and poor night vision, as well as cloudy cataracts. But getting plenty of the nutrient can work wonders, slowing the progression of age-related macular degeneration, which is a common condition in adults age 50 and older. Oysters are a great source of zinc and if they’re not exactly your thing, try lobster, salmon, beef or milk instead.
Apricots
Apricots are a good source of beta-carotene and lycopene, both carotenoids that can help promote good vision. The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A, which resists damage to cells and tissues, including the eye lens.
Sweet Potatoes
People should pay particular attention to eating plenty of fruits and veggies that are rich in vitamins C and A, which is why sweet potatoes are high on the eye-health list. In fact, a one-cup serving of sweet potato has more than the full daily requirement for vitamin A. And yes, there is another orange, vitamin A-rich option that’s more commonly associated with protecting eyes and also carrots.
Eggs
Eggs are another food that’s relatively high in zinc. They’re also a good source of Omega 3 fatty acids and lutein.Eggs don’t contain as much of that particular carotenoid as the leafy greens that are also on this list, but the body is able to absorb these antioxidants better from eggs.
Wheat Germ
Vitamin E might slow macular degeneration and can also decrease the risk of cataracts. Wheat germ is a top source of vitamin E, as well as other tasty options like almonds, sunflower seeds, peanut butter and the aforementioned sweet potato.
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