We are always straining our eyes through constant work in front of the laptop screen which weakens our eyesight, however, there are a number of foods that can improve our eye health.
Here is a list of the five best food Foods for the eyes:
1) Greens
Vegetables like spinach, fenugreek, and kale are rich in carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin.
They help in lowering the risk of eye-related diseases like macular degeneration and cataract.
2) Eggs
Eggs are a rich source of protein but few know that they also have zinc and the yolk has carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin.
They protect us from eye related macular degeneration (AMD) by blocking harmful blue light from damaging our retina.
3) Pulses
Surprisingly, an ordinary lentil is rich in protein, zinc, and micro nutrients. Chickpeas, kidney beans (rajma), and lentils are a vegetarian options for keeping our vision sharp and our eyes
4) Salmon
These fatty fish along with other seafood are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids like DHA & EPA which protect our eyes from AMD and glaucoma. Maintaining adequate levels of these also prevents dry eyes.
5) Orange coloured fruits and vegetables
Carrots, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, mangoes, and apricots are high in beta-carotene – a form of Vitamin A that helps with night vision, i.e. our eyes’ ability to adapt from light to dark.
