5 Natural Ways to Improve Your Eyesight

 

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Even though regular eye exams are very important for detecting problems early on so that they can be corrected, there are also several natural ways to support your eyes and improve your eyesight. A healthy, natural lifestyle also includes the way we take care of our eyes and it helps prevent eye fatigue and other problems.

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Healthy nutrients

Vitamins A, C, and E are not only essential for the skin but also for the eyes. Choose foods that are rich in these vitamins, such as carrots, tomatoes, citruses, and virgin olive oil. Raw greens and vegetables are also excellent sources of vitamins.

As we get older, our eyes become more vulnerable to serious problems, such as macular degeneration. According to statistics, macular degeneration that affects elderly people is one of the main causes of blindness. Antioxidants play an important role in preventing and reducing this eye problem.

In addition to a healthy and balanced diet, adequate macular degeneration vitamins, reviewed here, can help seniors fight this serious eye disorder. Essential fatty acids are also beneficial for our vision and help prevent age-related eye problems. Salmon, cod, and hemp oil are some of the best sources for essential fatty acids.

Plant-based care

Plants can be used externally or internally, in order to improve eyesight. Chamomile is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and it is also gentle. To refresh your eyes after a long day, or to calm irritations, soak two cotton pads in chamomile tea, then place them on your eyelids.

Bilberries and blueberries are excellent sources of antioxidants and are known to have a positive impact on eyesight. Try to include them in your diet regularly.

Eye exercises

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It’s common for most adults over the age of 40 to start experiencing eye fatigue and eye problems. Our modern lifestyle and modern gadgets put a lot of pressure on the eyes, which gradually lose their ability to focus.

Try to practice eye exercises first thing in the morning or before going to bed. After one month, you will notice significant improvements. Roll your eyes, move them in all directions, and look up and down. You can also try focus exercises, where you keep your eyes focused on a certain object, then gradually bring that object closer.

Rest and relaxation

Having enough sleep is essential for the wellbeing of our eyes. The entire body regenerates during sleep and the eyes need that time to rest, after all the overstimulation throughout the day. Also, short, regular breaks are beneficial for the eyes. Allow them to rest for a couple of minutes at regular intervals, especially if you are always in front of a computer screen.

A positive environment

Eyes can be sensitive to a lot of the things in our environment, from phone and computer screens to fluorescent lights. Positive changes such as choosing the adequate lighting, spending less time in front of a screen, and looking at the window more often, have a powerful effect over time and contribute to better eye health.

 

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