![]() Zinc can help delay age-related sight loss and macular degeneration. Beef is rich in zinc, which has been linked to better long-term eye health. They are also a good source of the antioxidant vitamin E. Like carrots, sweet potatoes are rich in beta carotene. Vitamin A plays an essential role in vision. Beta carotene gives carrots their orange color. Carrots are rich in both Vitamin A and beta carotene. Leafy green vegetables are rich in both lutein and zeaxanthin and are also a good source of eye-friendly vitamin C. Just like vitamin E, vitamin C is an antioxidant that is recommended by the AOA to fight age-related eye damage. Seeds are available for purchase in most grocery stores and online. Like nuts and legumes, seeds are high in omega-3s and are a rich source of vitamin E. Nuts also contain a high level of vitamin E, which can protect the eye from age-related damage. Nuts are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Oily fish are fish that have oil in their gut and body tissue, so eating them offers higher levels of omega-3-rich fish oil. Many fish are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help to lower the risk of eye problems. Do you have questions about how to eat healthy for your eyes? We would love to see you! Schedule your appointment today. ![]() We want to help you eat healthy so that your vision remains clear and focused. Lean meats, fish, fresh fruits and veggies, and low-fat or non-dairy products are the best way to receive healthy fats. Rather than eating French fries, cookies, or potato chips, which are all full of saturated fats, swap them out for healthier unsaturated fats. ![]() Junk foods are delicious but can cause serious issues down the line for your health if you consume too many. Instead, try using coconut, avocado, or olive oil as an alternative to both margarine and butter to avoid trans fats. Margarine is often marketed as a healthy alternative to butter, but is full of trans fats that can adversely affect your cholesterol. Salmon is good alternative as well, as it is an omega-3 rich food. Instead of consuming fatty meats, try adding in lean meats like fresh turkey, which is full of zinc and protein. Lunch meats can seem healthy but are mostly full of chemical preservatives, salt, fat, and cholesterol. Red meats and sausages are often convenient to purchase, especially when you are buying from the deli. Or, swap them for healthier alternatives that use whole grains. If you are eating these foods, be sure to add greens and foods that rich with omega-3 to the meal to provide yourself with nutritional benefits. These foods offer almost no nutritional benefit, just simple carbohydrates that give a rush of energy that are followed by a crash. Think about the white foods that you eat: pasta, white bread, rice, and flour tortillas. Get great flavor with natural foods without sacrificing your nutritional benefits! White or Plain Colored Foods Rather than using these options for flavor on your next sandwich, burger, or salad, try using natural flavors like green vegetables or toppings that are packed with vitamin C, like a squeeze of fresh lemon. The toppings that you likely store in your refrigerator door like mayonnaise, salad dressing, or jelly, are all high in fat. Now, our expert team of doctors have compiled a list of the foods that are harmful to the health of your eyes. We’ve shared with you the foods that will boost your eye health. ![]() Tiny capillaries provide your retina with nutrients and oxygen because these vessels are so small, fatty deposits can easily cause blocked veins. Our eyes are vascular, meaning that it is important to have a heart-healthy diet to keep the blood vessels that service our eyes healthy. You know the saying, “You are what you eat”? The food you eat plays a huge part in your health.
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