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Vitamins that contribute to eye health

Vitamins that contribute to eye health

Unfortunately, Cataracts and age-related macular degeneration are harmful eye diseases that affect millions of Americans each year.  These diseases are the leading causes of blindness and visual impairment in the country.

Did you know that nutrition makes a huge impact on your eye health? Sticking to well-balanced, nourishing diet can significantly disrupt the progression of both cataracts and AMD. The National Eye Institute also said that staying away from unhealthy foods can help you maintain a healthy weight, which can actually reduce your chance of experiencing vision loss conditions such as diabetic eye disease or glaucoma.

Eating for better eye health is one of the many ways you can restore your health and see the light that God created for you, throughout each stage of your life.

Matthew 6:22

“The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light.”

Consider adding foods rich in the following vitamins to your diet to better your visual health.

Vitamin A
Beta-carotene is the pigment that gives foods their color. When digested in the body, it converts into retinol, a type of vitamin A. This vitamin is vital for a strong immune system, healthy skin and mucous membrane and strong eye health and vision. The term beta-carotene derived from the Latin name for carrot, and you probably already associate the two together when it comes to eating for better eye health. However, carrots aren’t the only health foods packed with vitamin A.

Foods with vitamin A: Spinach, peppers, cantaloupe, apricots, broccoli and black-eyed peas are all chock-full of the better vision vitamin, according to the National Institutes of Health.

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Carrots and peppers are excellent sources of vitamin A.

Vitamin E

This fat-soluble nutrient acts as an antioxidant by protecting the cells from damage caused by compounds known as free radicals, which result from food converting to energy in the body. Vitamin E strengthens the immune system, keeps blood from clotting and also contributes to healthy eyes. By neglecting to feed the body with the appropriate amount of vitamin E, you may experience vision problems. The American Optometric Association reported that several studies have been conducted to analyze if vitamin E reduces the inclination or chance of developing cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, and have all resulted positively.

Foods with vitamin E: Sunflower seeds, almonds, spinach and asparagus are rich in this nutrient.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C promotes healthy gum, teeth, cartilage, and has been known to contribute to a healthy immune system. It is also responsible for supporting blood vessels in the eye. In a major clinical trial named the Age Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) it was found that those living with macular degeneration who took 500mg of vitamin C, and a combination of zinc, vitamin E, beta-carotene and copper experienced a lesser progression in the deterioration. 

Foods with vitamin C: While oranges are most commonly associated with vitamin C, there are actually a number of superfoods that have higher levels of this nutrient. Peppers, kale, broccoli, pineapple and strawberries are among the many fruits and vegetables that are high in vitamin C content.

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Did you know pineapples have higher vitamin C content than oranges?

Lutein and zeaxanthin

These carotenoids are antioxidants that have been shown to reduce chances of developing chronic eye diseases as they filter high-energy blue wavelengths of light to protect the eyes. The human body does not make these nutrients on its own, so it’s very important to fuel your body with the proper foods to maintain healthy levels.

Foods with lutein and zeaxanthin: Green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach, collards and turnip greens. Green peas, broccoli and green beans are also excellent sources.

While eating these foods with rich sources of vitamins can contribute to healthier eyes, sometimes it’s not enough. Our Total Eye Health Supplement is full of carotenoids that are more bioavailable than those in raw fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds. The nutrients found in these food sources won’t be absorbed until they are fully broken down. Our formula is designed to supply the body with essential nutrients for eye health as quickly and efficiently as possible.  We believe there is no other product out there that can improve your eye structure and function like Total Eye Health can.

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