Fish and orange juice: what foods improve eyesight

Every day, our eyes face a lot of stress: computers, smartphones, sun, air conditioners, too dry air - all this damages the eyes.

To improve the condition of the eyes, you need to watch what you eat. UaPortal has compiled a list of foods that are very good for the eyes and improve their condition, including carotenoids, fish, fruits, and vegetables.

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Carotenoids

Orange fruits and vegetables contain them in large quantities: carrots, pumpkin, peppers, nectarines, peaches, oranges, as well as spinach, kale, lettuce, red peppers, zucchini, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, corn, avocados, gooseberries, and eggs.

Carotenoids protect the eye from harmful UVA and UVB radiation.

Fish

Fatty types of fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, and sardines contain a lot of omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids, which are very good for the eyes and reduce the risk of AMD (macular degeneration). They also help to avoid dry eye syndrome.

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Fruits and vegetables

Daily consumption of fruits and vegetables is very useful in general for our health. They contain antioxidants, carotenoids, anthocyanins, and minerals that help keep the eyes in good condition.

In particular, Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that promotes the synthesis of collagen, protects the eyes from external harmful effects, reduces the risk of cataract formation, and eases the progression of glaucoma.

Vitamin C is found in red peppers, tomatoes, fresh and sauerkraut, as well as red and Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, currants, strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, blackberries, acerola, kiwi, and citrus fruits.

WARNING! This content is for informational purposes only and does not contain any medical advice. For medication, diagnosis, and other medical advice, consult your doctor.

We will remind you that earlier we wrote about how to choose delicious citrus fruits.

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