The leading cause of eyesight loss among the elderly, cataracts result from proteins that accumulate inside the eyes’ lenses and from degeneration of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for visual detail. Many factors may contribute to cataract formation, but good eating habits, particularly early in life, can help reduce their occurrence. Particularly important are antioxidant vitamins beta-carotene, C, and E, as well as the B vitamin riboflavin, which seems to help prevent cataract formation. Some of the important foods you should make sure are a part of your diet are spinach, broccoli, carrots, apricots, and pumpkin for beta-carotene.

Citrus fruits, cantaloupe,mangoes, papayas,kale and other leafy green vegetables, and other foods rich in vitamin C. Sunflower seeds, wheat germ, and avocados for vitamin E. Chicken, eggs, mushrooms, low-fat milk and yogurt, and wheat germ for riboflavin. If you are allergic to foods or have any type of digestive problem, you can always resort to a multivitamin. These are a great way to get the recommended daily allowance of the different minerals and vitamins that our bodies are so in need of.