Are you eating the right foods to boost your peepers?
61% of Australians use either prescription glasses or contact lens
Eye problems are the most common health problems for Australians
Kale
Kale is one of the best green sources for lutein but it’s also packed with Vitamin C, Vitamin E and even a little zinc
Cos lettuce
An awesome source of vitamin C, essential for good eye health, alongside other green Vitamin C powerhouses: Brussels sprouts broccoli, peas and best of all, capsicum.
Almonds
Almosts offer a huge hit of vitamin E… Huge! So they’re great for protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Salmon and other fish
Stuffed with omega 3 needed for brain, eye and nerve health. Studies show that omega-3 is essential for infant vision development and can help decrease the rish of glaucoma in adults.
Oysters
With a massive 47mg zinc per 100 grams, oysters help the skin, wound healing, contribute to a normal immune system and protects eyes retinal cells from oxidative damage.
Avocado
Half of an avocado provides 24% of an adult’s recommended daily intake of Vitamin E. Some studies suggest that Vitamin E may be an important factor in preventing macular degeneration.
Spinach
Spinach is packed with lutein, an important antioxidant for eye health. Contains more Vitamin E (great for cell protection) than most veg.
Eggs
Eggs contain just about every nutrient except Vitamin C. Egg yolks are also great sources of lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that protects the retina against oxidative damage.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds are powerful little things, typically containing approximately 20% protein, 35% good fats (including a whopping 65% omega-3 fatty acid) and 25% dietary fibre.
Brazil Nuts
A super source of selenium, which produces one of the most powerful antioxidants in the human body. Helps prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease, and it’s great for our eyes.
Capsicum
Capsicums are chock full of Lutein and zeaxanthin, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin E, all important vitamins to protect your eye health.
Mussels
As far as nutrients go, mussels are very much a “power” food and contain zinc, which protects eyes retinal cells from oxidative damage. An average serving of mussels contains 2mg of zinc.