It’s easy to take your eyes for granted, but no one would willingly want to place themselves in the position of losing their vision. Thankfully there are health care protocols we can follow to make sure our vision doesn’t deteriorate too rapidly. Here are some natural eye care tips to help protect your valuable vision.
Eat a Balanced Diet
This should come as no surprise to anyone, but following a healthy diet is a great way to take care of your eyes and your health in general. Eating foods rich in antioxidants such as vitamin A and C can help ensure your eyes remain healthy into the future. Following a colorful, plant-based diet is another way to “eat for your eyes.”
Plants also have fiber that slows the absorption of cholesterol and sugars. A high intake of omega-3, zinc and antioxidants may decrease the risk of macular degeneration in those with a genetic disposition to the condition. Visit Energetic Lifestyle for more tips on healthy living.
Always Wear Protective Eyewear When Outside
Making sure that you wear protective eyewear when outside can help you avoid the risk of any unwanted ocular injury. Sunglasses are more than just a fashion statement, they protect your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays. These sun rays can wreak havoc on your eye health, with repeated exposure linked to macular degeneration and cataracts.
Choose lenses that protect at least up to 99% of UVA and UVB rays for the best protection.
Take Regular Breaks From Screens
While there is no solid evidence that computer screens can damage your eyesight, they can lead to computer vision syndrome, also referred to as digital eye strain. To avoid this, follow the 20-20-20 rule; take a 20-second break every 20 minutes to look at something (at least) 20 feet away. This can help you avoid undesirable symptoms such as blurred vision, dryness in the eye, strained eyes, headaches, or neck and shoulder pain.
Go for a Walk
Glaucoma is one of the eye diseases most likely to cause blindness. Getting the right amount of exercise can lower your chances of getting glaucoma by up to 40%. Following this simple and natural eye care routine can not only help your vision from degenerating but also do wonders for your overall health in general.
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Drink Green Tea Every Day
Extracts found in green tea can protect against damage to the retina and lens of the eye. Aside from the benefits to your eyes, green tea can also help fight diabetes and help you lose weight.
The Bottom Line
With vision being so central to how many people relate to the world around them, it makes sense to take as many precautions as you can to protect your eyes from degeneration. As with everything else, one of the immovable pillars of health is your diet, so sticking to a healthy diet filled with as many fruits and vegetables as possible will greatly benefit your eye health.
Taking regular breaks from screens is vital, as is exercising regularly. Finally, make sure to protect your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB sun rays when outdoors whenever possible.
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