High temperatures are felt especially in cities and protecting your eyes from the sun's rays is a priority! In addition to wearing excellent sunglasses, it is necessary to adopt a correct diet that is able to adequately nourish the cornea and retina.
A balanced diet rich in carotenoids, lycopene, folic acid, vitamins A, C and E, omega-3 fatty acids, anthocyanosides and selenium will provide the eye tissues with the most important nutrients to protect them from the sun's rays, which in turn are the main cause of numerous pathologies such as conjunctivitis, cataracts, retinopathies and neoplasms.
- Carrots, pumpkins and apricots
Orange fruits and vegetables all contain beta-carotene, a substance that helps the retina work better when the sun goes down, making the rods, our photosensitive cells, work at their best. Carrots contain vitamin A (retinol) which is useful for protecting the eyes and improving vision. Apricots are a revitalizing panacea in case of tiredness and exhaustion. Pumpkin is very rich in vitamin A: as little as one cup of pumpkin pulp contains approximately double the daily intake of vitamin A recommended by nutritionists.
- Blueberries
They are rich in antioxidants that protect the delicate capillaries of the retina, strengthening them and improving their elasticity. Thanks to vitamins A, C and zinc, they are excellent nutrients for the eyes.
- Peppers
Eaten raw they are a precious source of vitamin C that awakens the function of vitamin E, protecting the eye tissues and skin from the damage of the sun's ultraviolet rays.
- Tomatoes
In summer they must never be missing on our tables because they contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant which, when cooked, is absorbed and spread more quickly. This molecule acts as a "sun filter" protecting all ocular tissues and especially the retina from ultraviolet rays.
- Salads
In the summer they are the favorite dish, fresh and fast, and thanks to the presence of folic acid, they ensure a correct production of red blood cells thus ensuring good oxygenation to the cells.
- Egg
The yolk is an excellent source of vitamin A, it can help in night vision. Eggs are also rich in lutein which helps in case of dry eyes and in some pathologies of the cornea and retina.
- Soy
Soy protects our sight thanks to phytoestrogens, essential fatty acids, vitamin E and anti-inflammatory agents that help maintain good vision. In addition, soy has a low fat content and is rich in plant-based proteins, especially important for those who have adopted a vegetarian lifestyle.
- Almonds
They are authentic reserves of vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps prevent various visual disturbances such as age-related macular degeneration or cataracts.
- Fish
Main food rich in omega-3, essential molecules to ensure the elasticity of cell membranes and blood viscosity. Filling up on fish, especially blue fish, should be the rule in the kitchen. Omega 3s are really precious for our visual apparatus as they help our eyes to "work well", even in low light conditions.
- Flax seed
Those who are not particularly fond of fish can also find omega-3 fatty acids in large quantities in flax seeds. You can try them by adding them raw in salads, pasta or rice dishes or in yogurt.
Vitaes Complex is the perfect supplement to ensure regular functioning of the retina and sight.
Which are the ingredients?
- Vitamin E: intervenes during anti-inflammatory processes, in the inhibition of platelet aggregation and in the immune enhancement .
- Vitamin A: is crucial for a regular functioning of the retina and vision . It acts as a cofactor in several enzyme systems and is indispensable for testicular and ovarian function. In addition, it protects and keeps the skin, hair, mucous membranes healthy and strengthens the body against lung infections.
- Selenium: protects the heart by thinning the blood, in fact, it decreases the viscosity of platelets, preventing coronary heart disease and strokes. It protects the joints from inflammation and stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies.
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