While there’s no recommended intake, studies have found health benefits at a dose of 10 mg per day, yet studies suggest most only get 1 to 2 mg. Add this to your salads today and take these supplements to start reversing the attack.
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Nourishing your eyes with appropriate nutrients throughout the years can go a long way toward maintaining good eyesight well into your senior years
Some of the most important nutrients for eye health include lutein, zeaxanthin, meso-zeaxanthin, astaxanthin, anthocyanins, animal-based omega-3 fats and vitamin C
Foods rich in beneficial lutein include egg yolks, avocado and broccoli; black currants and bilberries also contain important antioxidants for vision health
Avoiding blue light, especially from cool white LED lights, may help prevent vision deterioration Aging is inevitable, but are age-related problems such as poor vision absolute givens? Contrary to popular belief, your vision is largely dependent on your lifestyle. Nourishing your eyes with appropriate nutrients throughout the years can go a long way toward maintaining good eyesight well into your senior years….