Food guide for healthy eyes
"Some eye diseases are caused by natural exposure to sunlight, which over time can damage healthy cells and tissues," says
Ravi Goel, MD, a board-certified ophthalmologist at Virtua Health. "Foods like broccoli, nuts and carrots contain antioxidants that can counter the damage."
In fact, many foods recommended as part of a healthy diet can help keep your eyes healthy too.
- Red, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables, and green leafy vegetables, contain nutrients that help protect against blindness and glaucoma.
- Salmon contains fatty acids that guard against macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in people over 50.
- Almonds and sunflower seeds provide vitamin E, which helps reduce the risk of cataracts.
If you are in need of guidance from an eye care professional to help keep your eyes healthy, call
1-888-Virtua-3.