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EYE CARE



The eyes are complex sensory organs. They are designed to optimize vision under
conditions of varying light. Their location, on the outside of the face, makes
them susceptible to trauma, environmental chemicals and particles, and
infectious agents. The eyelids are the major protective mechanism for the eye.



Good nutrition is very important for both your general and

eye health. Good nutrition helps our body to
grow, repair wear and tear, protect against infection and to function properly.
Most of Eye conditions could be prevented by eating fresh vegetables, fat
(animal and plant) and protein such as meat, milk, yogurt, dairy products,
grains, eggs, cheese, fish, poultry etc. A good diet, full of fresh fruits and
vegetables, may help protect against macular degeneration in later life. Some
studies have shown that a good diet can help in preventing AMD and age-related
cataracts. Vitamins, which contain antioxidants, have been linked with

eye health in various studies and clinical
trials. They help to maintain healthy cells and tissues in the

eye. The main focus has been on the antioxidant
vitamins A, C and E. These vitamins can be found in many different sources of
fruit and vegetables such as oranges, kiwis, dried apricots, green leafy
vegetables carrots, spinach, tomatoes, peppers. They can also be found in nuts,
seeds, dairy products and eggs. These are only a few of the food types in which
antioxidant vitamins can be found.



More recently it has been suggested that two types of antioxidants, known as
carotenoids, called Lutein and Zeaxanthin may also help with

eye health. Lutein and Zeaxanthin can be found
naturally in vegetables and fruit. For example, Lutein can be found in yellow
peppers, mango, bilberries and green leafy vegetables such as spinach, chard and
broccoli. Zeaxanthin can be found in orange sweet peppers, broccoli, corn,
lettuce (not iceberg), spinach, tangerines, oranges and eggs. Many of these
overlap with food types in which vitamins A, E and C are present.




EYE CARE TIPS

Taking antioxidants,
Vitamin C, E, beta-carotene and the

nutritional supplements of zinc, selenium and
manganese minerals may help in preventing eye-disorders. Diets rich in
antioxidants, especially vegetables and fruits, will protect the eyes from
forming macular degeneration. This will also benefit the body with excellent
mineral and vitamin intake including lutein and the B vitamins. Diet that
includes vegetables, fruits and food rich in antioxidants may helps in
preventing blindness.



Scientific evidence has proven that sunlight with ultraviolet rays is harmful
and accelerates macular degeneration and cataracts. Everyone in the Sunshine
State, especially on the Sun coast, should wear sunglasses as sunscreen for your
eyes.



Maintain a healthy lifestyle. If you can eliminate risk factors that accelerate
macular degeneration you can help prevent blindness. Smoking and alcohol
consumption accelerate macular degeneration and blindness.



Take adequate rest. Rest will refresh the eyes and help them work more
efficiently. Regular exercise improves your blood circulation. Only then your
eyes are sure to receive enough oxygen for good performance.



Drink at least 12 glasses of water to avoid any kind of puffiness in the

eyes. Drinking lots of water helps to flush out
waste from the body.



Remember these key points for

healthy eyes:

• Get your eyes tested at least every two
  years and more frequently if necessary


• Eat a good, balanced diet with lots of fresh
  fruit and vegetables


• Discuss how to improve your
  
  eye health with your eye doctor

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