Eat Better, See Better: 8
Foods to Improve your Eyesight – Ajit
Patel Sanda Wellness
Caring for the eyes is seldom
endeavored compared to taking care of your mouth or ears. After all, you can’t
easily notice it because it’s the main head part you use to notice other
things. Vision, however, wears down over time. Sometimes faster if a person
does not take care of it. One of the ways to improve eyesight and maintain
vision health is through diet. Incorporating the right food items to your diet
can go a long way towards long-term eye
health. Here are eight foods that are scientifically proven to
do the job.
Kale is famous for its distinct
and powerful taste. The vegetable is often used as a side dish or as a separate
salad order. Other eccentric ways people have used kale is by blending it into
fruit smoothies or shakes and baking it into kale chips. Nutrition-wise, kale
is loaded with cancer-fighting antioxidants and vitamins. It is a rich source
of beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which are good for the eyes.
Aside from being the all-time
favorite snack, corn also contains lutein and zeaxanthin. The amount of lutein
and zeaxanthin present in corn can be increased further by cooking the
vegetable for a longer period of time.
Salmon contains large amounts of
omega 3 oils, which aid in keeping the eyes moisturized to prevent macular
degeneration and cataract. To top it off, salmon is also a versatile seafood
and can be cooked in different ways, allowing you to enjoy the meal without
getting tired of it. Salmon can be a bit expensive and out of the budget at
times. Other alternatives include the likes of tuna and sardines.
If you are eating at least one
egg per day, you are actually on your way to better eye health without even
knowing it. Eggs are valued for their protein and good cholesterol. However, it
is also rich with lutein and vitamin A, which protects against dry eyes and
night blindness.
Load up on carbohydrates and
charge up your mornings while simultaneously improving eye health with a plate
of whole grain rice, pasta, or bread. Whole grains contain vitamin E, niacin
and zinc, nutrients good for the eye.
Add more fruits to your diet,
particularly citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and berries. They contain high
levels of antioxidants that help not only the eyes but the entire body as well.
Known as brain food, nuts
including walnuts and almonds contain large amounts
of omega 3 oils and vitamin E that boost eyesight. You can ground and sprinkle
them on almost any food, from ice creams to noodles.
Grass-fed beef contains zinc and
vitamin A. However, lean beef consumption must be moderated since it can lead
to bowel difficulties.
While making all of these foods
part of your regular diet will help your eye
health, you should also make it a habit to have your eyes checked by an
ophthalmologist. It may be time to get a pair of eyeglasses for vision aid.
- Ajit
Patel UK, Sanda
Wellbeing and Sanda
Wellness Group, Goldshield
Group, WeMet
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