Increasingly, researchers are finding a link between good nutrition and maintaining healthy eyes. Researchers now believe that age-related eye diseases that are caused by the body’s exposure to the normal oxidation process may be slowed by vitamins and minerals found in fruits and vegetables or taken in supplement form. Because current studies are looking at different vitamins or combinations of vitamins, it is not yet possible to say definitively which vitamins should be taken by whom or in what quantities.
Nonetheless, it is more and more apparent that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidants may help prevent age-related eye problems such as cataracts and macular degeneration, or at least slow their progress.
Macular Degeneration: The causes of this disease are not completely understood, but it is now known that light sensitive cells of the macula may degenerate over time. Risk factors for the disease may include smoking, exposure to sunlight, hypertension, and a high cholesterol level. Diets high in antioxidants (such as Vitamin C) and carotenoids (such as carrots, kale, and spinach) may slow some of the degenerative processes in the retina that can lead to age-related macular degeneration.
Cataracts: The clouding of the lens, typical of cataract, may be related to exposure to ultra violet light and the accompanying oxidation process. As in macular degeneration, this process appears to be slowed by a diet rich in antioxidants, specifically, Vitamin C.
The key vitamins for both conditions appear to be Vitamin A (Beta Carotene) Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), Vitamin E, Folic Acid, Selenium and Zinc. These are found in leafy green vegetables, carrots, citrus fruits, and melons.
Spinach, kale, and collard greens, which provide lutein, a carotenoid, seem to be particularly beneficial for the macula.
Points to keep in mind:
While vitamins can be obtained by taking supplements, it is best to get as many of these nutrients as possible through your diet. A diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in saturated fat and sugar will help not only your eyes but also your overall health.
Although increasing your intake of antioxidants will probably not restore vision that is already lost, it may slow the progress of the disease over time.
If you are considering either changing your diet to include more foods rich in antioxidants and/or taking vitamin supplements, consult your physician: some people have other health considerations that could be affected by these dietary changes.
Smoking is thought to be a significant factor in eye health. Studies show that stopping smoking can have significant benefits at any age.
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