WE see the world through our eyes, and it's important
to keep them healthy at all time. Several eye problems such as Glaucoma,
hypermetropia, myopia, cataract may hamper with the normal functioning of our
eyes, making it important to take essential steps to improve eye function. You
watch TV from the right distance, you maintain a good posture while reading,
and you make sure never to read in dim light, but it's time to move beyond
that. It's time to view the eye disorders in the nutritional way.
Green veggies:
Spinach and other green leafy vegetables are an
excellent source of vitamin A and C, which help maintain eye health and ward
off eye-related problems. Spinach has 4 nutrients that protect the eye -
vitamin C, lutein, zeaxanthin and beta carotene.
Carrots:
Grandma is right! Carrots are best for healthy eyes. A
healthy diet comprising carrots keeps away eye problems like age-related
macular degeneration and cataracts. They are a rich source of vitamin A and
beta carotene, both of which promote optimum eye health. Also, carrots look
appealing in your salads and stews, so be sure to load them up on your next
visit to the supermarket.
Eggs:
Egg makes its way on your breakfast plate giving your
body the much needed dose of calcium, omega 3 fatty acids, zinc, vitamin A,
vitamin D, vitamin B12 and more essential compounds than can be listed. Eggs
are a very good source of antioxidants and according to a U.S. study, eggs
increased plasma concentrations of lutein and zeaxanthin, especially in people
susceptible to developing macular (small yellowish spot in the middle of the
retina that provides greatest visual acuity and colour perception) degeneration
and eye cataracts.
Tomato:
Tomato contains two important eye nutrients - lycopene
and vitamin C - both of which ensure superb eye health. And you can't go wrong
with tomatoes. They are perfect for every meal, whether pasta, salad, as a soup
or in your gravies; they taste perfect. Also, tomato ketchup contains more
lycopene than a tomato. So skip the cheesy dip and go for the tomato ketchup.
Sunflower seeds:
For warding off cataracts, add sunflower seeds to your
diet. It contains selenium, an element that is super charged to protect your
eye. Alternatively, you could also switch to sunflower oil for an added boost.
Plus, it's also heart-healthy.
Avocado:
Avocados are the most nutritious of all
vegetables you'll find, so it's pretty obvious they are also good for your
eyes. They contain more lutein than any other fruit, making them specific in
preventing cataract and macular degeneration. Go Mexican with a great avocado
dip.
Sweet potato:
The beta carotene comes to the rescue once again in
people with poor eye health. Beta carotene, a provitamin that is converted to
active vitamin A, is converted to retinol and then to retinoic acid and is
essential for vision. Sweet potatoes have a good amount of beta carotene in
them and also make for a yummy side dish. Sprinkle sea salt over diced,
jacketed sweet potatoes and bake them for 7-10 minutes and serve hot.
Garlic:
Garlic flavors your dishes, giving it that extra
punch. But do you know, that garlic has added eye health boosting properties as
well? Quercetin, vitamin C and selenium, in garlic are nutrients that help
maintain the retina and eye cells and keep them functioning normally.
Salmon:
Being a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon not
only keeps the heart healthy, but also helps protect the tiny blood vessels of
your eye, making it an ideal fish to be included at least once a week in your
diet. Tuna's and sardines are the next best fish to consider for healthy eyes.
Thanks for reading.
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