Health &Vision
Eye Benefits Of Vitamins And Micronutrients
The following vitamins, minerals and other nutrients have been shown to be essential for good vision and may protect your eyes from sight-robbing conditions and diseases. A healthy diet for your eyes should include plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables. A healthy diet for your eyes should include plenty of colorful fruits & vegetables. Incorporating the following foods in your diet will help you get the Recommended
Dietary Allowance (RDA) of these important eye nutrients. Established by the Institute of Medicine (National Academy of Sciences), the RDA is the average daily dietary intake level of a nutrient sufficient to meet the requirements of nearly all healthy individuals in a specific life stage and gender group. While the RDA is a useful reference, some eye care practitioners recommend higher daily intakes of certain nutrients for people at risk for eye problems.