Top 10 foods for healthy eyes

The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), published in 2001, found that certain nutrients — zinc, copper, vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta carotene — may reduce the risk of age-related decline in eye health by 25 percent

The AREDS reports support the following 10 nutrient-rich foods:

1. Fish

2. Nuts and legumes

3. Seeds :

Seeds high in omega-3 include:

• chia seeds
• flax seeds
• hemp seeds

4. Citrus fruits :

• lemons
• oranges
• grapefruits

5. Leafy green vegetables :

• spinach
• kale
• collards

6. Carrots

7. Sweet potatoes

8) Beef

9)Egg

10)Water

Medically reviewed by Natalie Olsen, R.D., L.D., ACSM EP-C —