How to Avoid Cataracts. |
A cataract is a clouding that
develops in the lens of the eye and blur our vision, causing
nearsightedness (myopia) and decreasing our ability to detect the color
blue. Left untreated, they may even cause full blindness. Many people
develop cataracts in later ages, but there are ways to refrain from
developing it, especially at an earlier age.
Adhere to these tips and you may prevent a cataract ever forming on your lens!
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Protect the eyes from the potential
side effects of certain medications. Prolonged use of steroids,
tranquilizers, and psoriasis medication may cause cataracts when taken
in large doses over a long period of time.
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Those suffering from diabetes should
keep their blood sugar under control. This is because diabetics tend to
develop cataracts faster and at an earlier age than other adults.
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Protect your eyes from ultraviolet
sun rays as these rays speed up the development of cataracts. Whenever
out in the sun, wear sunglasses.
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Studies have shown that antioxidant
vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin E and beta carotene slow the
development of cataracts. Make sure your body doesn't lack any of these
vitamins and if it does, take supplements.
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If there is uncontrolled diabetes,
injury to the eye, or visual symptoms of decreased reading vision,
consult an ophthalmologist to evaluate the problem to help restore sight
and prevent blindness. |
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Foods like butter, oils (except olive
oil) and salt, and increased fat consumption in general has been
associated with a higher risk of developing cataracts. So, avoid using
or limit the intake of such foods. |
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A diet rich in spinach, cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli), tomatoes, peppers, citrus fruits and melons help prevent cataracts. |
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Avoid exposure to heavy metals,
particularly cadmium, copper, lead, iron and nickel as they may also
increase cataract formation as these metals have been found in
cataractous lenses.
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Cataracts that occur due to the
ageing process cannot be prevented as the ageing process itself cannot
be prevented, but they can be delayed and fought against, so that you
may not have to deal with them when you get older.
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dimanche 28 septembre 2014
How to Avoid Cataracts.
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