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Foods for acute vision
Last reviewed: 01.07.2025
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How can you improve your vision without taking pills and various supplements? Ilive presents a rating of products that have a positive effect on vision and help reduce the risk of age-related changes.
Broccoli, cabbage, spinach and eggs
These products are powerful antioxidants, they contain zeaxanthin and lutein. They reduce the risk of developing cataracts, protect the retina from damage and slow down the development of macular degeneration.
[ Oranges
An excellent source of ascorbic acid and vitamin C. In addition to oranges, these substances are found in tomatoes, peaches, red bell peppers and strawberries. Eating these products helps reduce the risk of developing cataracts by maintaining the normal condition of the blood vessels in the eyes.
Peanut
Peanuts protect the eyes from the harmful effects of free radicals due to their high vitamin content. In addition, peanuts can reduce the risk of developing and progressing age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. In addition to peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds, other nuts and seeds are sources of vitamin E.
Beans
Beans are very useful for maintaining eye health. They contain a lot of zinc, an element that is very important for eye health: it helps transport and absorb vitamin A, which is also responsible for visual acuity. In addition, you will find zinc in such products as beef, seafood, pumpkin seeds, and beef.
Salmon
This fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help protect the body from many diseases. If a person lacks omega-3, it often leads to dry eye syndrome. Omega-3 fatty acids are also found in mackerel, herring, flaxseed and walnuts.
Whole grains
Recent research suggests that a low glycemic index diet can help reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration by 10%. To lower the glycemic index, your diet should include whole grain foods that contain fiber: grain bread, brown rice, oats, and vegetables.
Apricots
If you have very poor vision in the dark compared to other people, then apricots, which contain carotenoids and beta-carotene - precursors of vitamin A, will help solve this problem. In addition, it will help stop the development of cataracts.