Most of you might assume that eye health will continue to decline with age. In fact, lifestyle and eating patterns can also affect the health of your eyes. Nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and E, beta carotene, omega-3 fatty acids and zinc are needed by the body to maintain eye health and reduce the risk of age-related eye function decline. To meet these nutritional needs, of course, you must have a good diet. As quoted from Healthline, here are some of the best foods for your eyes.
- Fish
Salmon can be a good choice for maintaining your eye health, thanks to the high content of omega-3 fatty acids. Not only salmon, but other fish that contain omega-3 fatty acids are also known to be good for visual development and maintain retinal health. - Eggs
Eggs contain nutrients such as vitamin A, lutein, zeaxanthin, and zinc which play an important role in maintaining eye health. Vitamin A is responsible for protecting the cornea of the eye, while lutein and zeaxanthin play a role in reducing the risk of eye problems related to ageing. Meanwhile, zinc can help maintain retinal health. - Almonds
Almonds and nuts or other seeds are good for maintaining eye health, thanks to its high vitamin E content. The vitamin is known to help prevent the risk of eye problems related to ageing, such as macular degeneration or cataracts. - Dairy products
Milk or yoghurt contains vitamin A and zinc minerals that are good for eye health. Zinc is in charge of helping to 'carry' vitamin A from the liver to the eye, while vitamin A is responsible for maintaining the cornea. - Carrots
Famous as a food that can maintain eye health, carrots contain vitamin A and beta carotene which can protect the surface of the eye and help prevent eye infections. - Kale
This green vegetable is known as 'superfood' thanks to its vitamin, nutritional and mineral content. Kale also contains antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin which can help reduce the risk of eye problems related to ageing. - Orange
This citrus fruit contains vitamin C, which is the key to eye health. The vitamin can contribute to maintaining healthy blood vessels in the eye and help prevent the development of cataracts.
Text by Anggie Triana
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Source(s):
- Healthline - 7 Best Foods for Healthy Eyes (2017). https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-health/best-foods-for-eyes, September 26, 2019.
- Medical News Today - Top 10 foods for healthy eyes (2018). https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321226.php, 26 September 2019.