Since today’s work culture has started to depend on technology, it has made a great impact on eye health. People spend most of their time in front of the computer, television or smartphone. A constant staring at such bright lights result in eye damage. Well, we cannot say no to computers and other gadgets because our professional life depends on them. So, it is better to improve our diet, which can boost eye health. So, let us take a look at few foods, which help in boosting eye health.

1. Spinach

Be it in lasagna and salads, between sandwiches or with cottage cheese, spinach is a super healthy ingredient. As per studies, if half cup of about 1/2 cup spinach is consumed on a regular basis, it can help in preventing loss of vision loss. This green leafy vegetable is storehouse of nutrients, such as beta-carotene, , antioxidants, lutein and vitamin C, which make it a superfood  for the eyes. The lutein content in spinach is responsible for easing and preventing oxidative stress.

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2. Broccoli

Broccoli is another green vegetable for the eyes. Best used in Chinese and Italian delicacies, broccoli is delicious treat for the eyes. You can add it to your soups, stir fry it, bake it or even barbeque it. This green vegetable is a powerhouse of vitamin C and lutein, which are essential for maintaining good eyesight.

3. Nuts

Omega mega-3 fatty acids present in dry fruits help in preventing dry eyes. While vitamin E is an antioxidant that prevents oxidation in the eyes. This oxidation further leads to ailments like cataract. Both these nutrients are present in nuts like almonds and cashews. So, incorporate them in your daily diet and thus improve your eyesight. Add them to your desserts, salads or morning oatmeal breakfast.

4. Citrus fruits

Citrus fruits contain an essential nutrient called vitamin C, which is responsible for reducing the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. So, incorporate citrus fruits like lemon, orange, pineapple and grape fruit in your salad diet.

5. Bell peppers

Bell peppers again are rich in vitamin C content. And, as we discussed above that vitamin C helps in preventing vision loss and severe ailments like cataract. As per studies, one red bell pepper has 240 per cent of the daily advised diet of this vitamin. Bell peepers taste delicious when stir fried or added in salads.

6. Avocado

Avocados again are a powerhouse of vitamin E, which can help you prevent several types of eye related ailments; thus maintain good eyesight.

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7. Carrots

Carrots are rich in beta carotene. When you consume carrots, these beta-carotene gets converted into vitamin A, which is an essential vitamin for maintaining good eye health. That is why carrots are considered to the best remedy to improve eyesight.

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8. Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are another superfood, which is a rich source of beta carotene. You can replace them with your usual potatoes and thus, aide weight loss as well. Bake them or boil them, they taste delicious in each recipe.

9. Seafood

We have already discussed above that omega-3 fatty acids are good for eyes as they prevent symptoms of dry eyes. Since salmon is rich in these fatty acids, its consumption becomes all the more essential. So, if you are a non-vegetarian, consume salmon in your diet. Moreover, a salmon-rich diet also helps in losing weight, thus making you fit and slim.

1. Whole grains

Whole grains are not only rich in fiber but also contain zinc and selenium, which help in boosting eye health. So, incorporate whole grains like whole-wheat breads, quinoa and oatmeal in your diet.