--- title: "Tips for Healthy Eyesight" description: "Don't take this lightly. Follow these simple steps to keep your eyes healthy. 1. Eat well Eye health starts with the food on the plate. Nutrients such" author: "Niyati Thole" published: 2022-06-22 canonical: https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300391/tips-for-healthy-eyesight category: "health care" tags: ["health"] reading_time: 3 minutes --- # Tips for Healthy Eyesight Don't take this lightly. Follow these simple steps to keep your eyes healthy. ### 1. Eat well Eye health starts with the food on the plate. Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zinc, and vitamins C and E can help prevent age-related vision problems such as macular degeneration and cataracts. To get them, put on the plate: [leafy vegetables](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/story/4656/5-leafy-vegetables-to-grow-on-your-terrace-like-dhaniya) such as spinach, kale, Corrado - **Salmon, tuna, and other oily fish** - **Protein sources other than eggs, nuts, beans, and other meats** - **Oranges and other [citrus fruits](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/85760/citrus-fruits-known-for-vitamin-c-powerhouses-and-immunity-boosters) and juices** - **Oysters and pork** - Eating a [balanced diet](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/299805/healthy-diet-during-pregnancy) also helps maintain a [healthy weight](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/story/3785/best-ways-to-gain-healthy-weight). This reduces the [risk of obesity](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/115389/how-does-excessive-sugar-intake-influence-the-risk-of-obesity-and-other-health-issues) and related diseases such as type 2 diabetes, which is a major cause of blindness in adults. ### 2. Quit smoking Many other medical problems are more likely to occur, such as cataracts, optic nerve damage, and macular degeneration. If you've broken a habit and tried to start over, keep doing it. The more you try to quit, the more likely you are to succeed. Seek help from your doctor. ### 3. Please wear sunglasses Proper sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun's ultraviolet rays (UV). Overexposure to UV light increases the chances of developing cataracts and macular degeneration. Choose a pair that blocks 99% to 100% of UVA and UVB rays. A circumferential lens protects your eyes from the side. Polarized lenses reduce glare [while driving](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/98903/how-to-stay-safe-while-driving-car-during-winter), but do not necessarily provide additional protection. if you are wearing contact lenses, some also provide UV protection. It's still a good idea to wear sunglasses as an additional layer. ### 4. Use safety glasses Wear safety glasses or goggles when handling dangerous goods or airborne substances at work or home. Sports such as ice hockey, racquetball, and lacrosse can also cause eye injuries. Use [eye protection](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/11864/the-importance-of-wearing-eye-protection-at-work). A helmet with a protective face mask or sports glasses with polycarbonate lenses protects your eyes. ### 5. Look away from your computer screen Staring at [your computer](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/13023/choosing-the-best-power-cord-for-your-computer-a-layman-s-guide) or phone screen for a long time can cause: - **eye strain** - **blurry appearance** - **Remote focus problem** - **dry eye** - **[headache](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300055/types-of-headaches)** - **Neck, back, and shoulder pain** ### 6. See an ophthalmologist regularly Everyone, including babies, should have regular eye exams. It helps protect your vision and allows you to see your best. an eye exam on It can also detect asymptomatic diseases such as glaucoma. It's important to catch it early when it's easy to handle. Depending on your eye care needs, you may see one of two types of doctors. An ophthalmologist is a doctor who specializes in ophthalmology. They can do general eye care, treat eye diseases and perform eye surgery. After graduating from college, the optometrist completed a four-year [vocational training](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/111285/what-are-the-options-for-vocational-training-after-high-school) course. They provide general eye care and can diagnose and treat most eye diseases. They don't do eye surgery. --- Original Source: https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300391/tips-for-healthy-eyesight Copyright © MindStick Software Pvt. Ltd. This Markdown version is provided for developers, AI systems, and offline reading.