by Lauren Chadwick
Eating corn regularly reduces the risks of cataracts in women and helps prevent the loss of yellow pigments in the eyes.
1. CARROTS
No, carrots being one of the foods that are good for your eyes is not an old wives’ tale. They don’t give you night vision, but the beta-carotene will help reduce your risk of both macular degeneration and cataracts.
2. DARK, LEAFY GREENS
Spinach, kale, and other leafy greens are rich in the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin. They absorb blue light, which is harmful to the retina, and help your eyes to detect contrast better, keeping your vision good in both the short and long term.
3. OSTRICH
Ostrich may not be something you’ve ever even considered eating, but it’s packed full of zinc which helps your eyes stay healthy and reduces the risk of macular degeneration. And even better, it has less than a third of the amount of the fat in lean beef, and lower cholesterol than other red meats and even chicken.
4. TURKEY
A slightly more commonly available meat, turkey is rich in both zinc and the B-vitamin niacin. Turkey is incredibly versatile and can be used as a substitute for both chicken and beef, as well as often being more reasonably priced.
5. CORN
Yellow corn is packed pull of lutein and zeaxanthin, with just ½ a cup of cooked corn providing you with enough of each nutrient to benefit your eyes. Eating corn regularly reduces the risks of cataracts in women and helps prevent the loss of yellow pigments in the eyes.
6. TOMATOES
Carotenoids, including lycopene, are found in abundance in tomatoes. Lycopene helps prevent light-induced damage, while the Vitamin C found in tomatoes will also helps to protect your vision.
7. SALMON
Salmon, like other oily fish such as sardines, is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, reducing the risk of macula degeneration by 38% and helping treat dry eye disease.
8. SWEET POTATOES
It’s the beta-carotene we have to thank again for helping to keep our eyes healthy when we eat sweet potatoes. They’re very versatile and you can roast them, mash them, or even make them into fries and chips!
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