{"id":91596470954,"date":"2024-10-16T18:37:27","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T16:37:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/blog\/nicht-kategorisiert\/which-foods-are-good-for-the-eyes-in-old-age-doctor-medic-banyai-explains\/"},"modified":"2026-03-05T17:25:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T16:25:10","slug":"which-foods-are-good-for-the-eyes-in-old-age-doctor-medic-banyai-explains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/en\/blog\/presbyopia\/which-foods-are-good-for-the-eyes-in-old-age-doctor-medic-banyai-explains\/","title":{"rendered":"Which foods are good for eye health in old age? Doctor-medic B\u00e1nyai informs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain nutrients and foods help protect the eyes and strengthen vision. But which foods are particularly good for eye health? In this article, you will learn which foods are especially beneficial for the eyes in older age.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-you-should-pay-even-more-attention-to-your-eyes-as-you-age\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why you should pay even more attention to your eyes as you age<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we age, not only does our general physical health change, but so does that of our eyes. Aging affects the eye&#8217;s lens, the ciliary muscle, and the retina, which can lead to a deterioration of vision.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diseases such as cataract (Katarakt), macular degeneration (loss of central vision), and glaucoma (green star) occur more frequently and significantly impair vision.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia also becomes noticeable in many people from the age of 40, as the lens loses its elasticity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular eye examinations are therefore becoming increasingly important to detect and treat vision problems at an early stage. Many eye conditions progress unnoticed and can cause permanent damage if not diagnosed in time.<\/span><br\/><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the combination of aging and unhealthy lifestyle habits, such as smoking or a poor diet, can place further strain on the eyes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conversely, it also means that we have options for preventing certain eye diseases that should be understood and applied. An important aspect of this is diet, which will be discussed in the following section.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/alterssichtigkeit\/\">Presbyopia &#8211; Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"healthy-nutrition-for-healthy-eyes-we-eat-with-our-eyes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy nutrition for healthy eyes \u2013 we eat with our eyes<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain nutrients and foods are considered particularly beneficial for eye health. Vitamin A, for example, is essential for night vision and for protecting the cornea.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is primarily found in foods such as carrots, spinach, and cabbage. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel, support retinal health and help prevent dry eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/karotten-spinat-und-kohl.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91596463575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/karotten-spinat-und-kohl.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/karotten-spinat-und-kohl-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/karotten-spinat-und-kohl-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/karotten-spinat-und-kohl-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E help protect eye cells from oxidative stress and harmful environmental factors. These vitamins are found in citrus fruits, peppers, nuts, and seeds. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lutein and zeaxanthin, which are found in kale, broccoli, and corn, act as a natural sunscreen and protect the eye&#8217;s lens from UV radiation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><b>List of foods that may promote eye health:<\/b><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrots<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beetroot<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lamb&#8217;s lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Citrus fruits<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peas<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.augeninfo.de\/offen\/index.php?thema=134\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Berufsverband der Augen\u00e4rzte Deutschlands e.V.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dietary-supplements-for-better-vision\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dietary supplements for better vision?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients in my practice frequently ask which foods and supplements they should take to improve their vision. Unfortunately, I always have to temper their expectations a little.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><br\/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A deficiency in certain nutrients can negatively affect eye health and should be corrected. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if all necessary nutrients are already present in sufficient amounts (for example, because someone follows a healthy diet and has no preexisting conditions), an excess of these substances will not improve vision.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-else-can-you-support-eye-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How else can you support eye health?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to nutrition, other factors also play an important role in eye health. Quitting smoking is one of the most effective measures to reduce the risk of eye diseases, as smoking impairs blood flow to the eyes and increases the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular exercise, on the other hand, improves blood circulation, so being physically active can also contribute to eye health.<\/span><br\/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular eye examinations help detect changes in vision early and enable timely treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protecting the eyes from harmful UV radiation by wearing sunglasses with UV protection is also important, since excessive sun exposure can damage them. It&#8217;s advisable to take regular breaks from screens and to prevent the eye surface from drying out by staying well hydrated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-natural-vision-declines-laser-eye-surgery-as-a-modern-solution\">When natural vision declines: laser eye surgery as a modern solution<\/h2>\n<p>If, despite all these measures, visual problems such as presbyopia, nearsightedness, or farsightedness develop, a precisely performed laser treatment can restore your quality of life. In our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/en\/laser-eye-surgery-in-karlsruhe\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"91596464808\">laser eye centres in Karlsruhe<\/a> and Stuttgart, we offer individual consultations and work with you to find the right treatment \u2013 gentle, safe, and tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/en\/appointment\/\">Book an appointment now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Certain foods are said to have particularly positive effects on our eyes. Is there any truth to these claims, and can they even help prevent presbyopia? 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