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Eye Vitamins and Nutrition for Your Eyes - AllAboutVision.com

Nutrition and Vitamins for Your Eyes

By Gary He iting, O D, Se ction Editor

Dr. Gary Heiting

Learn how diet and nutrition play an important role in the health of your eyes in this series of informative articles written by experts in vision and eye health. Which are the best eye supplements ? Can diet and nutrition protect against eye-related diseases? And can fish oil relieve dry eyes? To find out these answers and more, browse the Table of Contents below.

Table of Contents
Nutrition For Your Eyes
Learn about eye benefits, food sources and Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of important vitamins, minerals and micronutrients for eye health and good vision.

How to Choose Vision Supplements

Learn which vitamins are important to eye health and what to look for when choosing vision supplements.

Can Good Nutrition Prevent Cataracts?

New research suggests antioxidants and good nutrition may help prevent cataracts.

Flaxseed Oil and Fish Oil for Dry Eyes

Both flaxseed oil and fish oil may help relieve dry eyes and reduce the risk of other eye problems. So which one is better for you?

How Diet and Nutrition Protect Aging Eyes

Learn which foods and vitamin supplements are the best for maintaining eye health in older people.

Lutein and Zeaxanthin

Lutein and zeaxanthin are antioxidants found in many vegetables. Read about their effect on the eyes, with information on the best sources (and possible side effects of consuming too much).
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Latest news on vitamins and minerals that are good for your vision and eye health.

Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids: Eye Benefits

Omega-3 fatty acids are important for keeping your eyes and your heart healthy. Learn the eye benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and the best omega-3 foods to include in your diet.

Vitamin A and Beta Carotene: Eye Benefits

Can a vitamin A deficiency cause blindness? Get the facts about vitamin A and beta carotene, including eye benefits, food sources, toxicity and vitamin A eye drops.

Vitamin C and Bioflavonoids: Powerful Eye Antioxidants

Learn how vitamin C and flavonoids may reduce your risk of cataracts, macular degeneration and dry eyes, and which common fruits and vegetables are good sources of these eye antioxidants.

Vitamin E and Zinc: Eye Benefits

Like vitamins A and C, vitamin E may reduce your risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Zinc helps your body absorb antioxidant vitamins and may have its own protective effects.
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