Zinc, Vitamins C And Benefit Eye Health

High levels of antioxidants and Zinc, in the form of a nutritional supplement, reduce the risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD) – a leading cause of blindness in older people after cataract.

 Theses supplements are not a cure for AMD, but they

 reduce the further risk.

Carrot has long been connected with improving vision due to its high level of beta-carotene but that’s only isn’t enough. Few things to have are:

Fruits and vegetables-

Vitamin C can help minimize cataracts and AMD.

Fleshy fish (tuna or salmon) and lean meats – fatty acids protect against AMD

Red meats and whole  grains –Zinc deficiency can lead to cataract

Vegetable oil – Vitamin E can slow progression of AMD.

Thanks,

Hindustan Times- wellness,

24/03/2013