Eye Nutrition | Chatham | Dr. David Oliphant Optometry

A Balanced Diet Supports Long-Term Eye Health

Apart from visiting your eye doctor regularly, you can do many things to support your eyes, such as eating a well-balanced diet full of eye-friendly nutrients and vitamins.

Focusing on eating foods that can help bolster your eye health, manage dry eye, and prevent certain eye conditions and diseases like cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.

We can help you with nutrition tips personalized for your vision and eye health needs. Ask your optometrist at your next routine eye exam—we’re here to support you.

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Eat Right, See Bright: How Nutrition Powers Your Vision

Just like athletes perform better when their hydrated and eating well, your vision is also supported by good nutrition.

Proper nutrition supports your daily vision needs and helps prevent issues like dry eye or diabetic eye disease. Our comprehensive dry eye treatments, along with adding omega-3 fatty acids and staying hydrated, can help alleviate symptoms.

We focus on your overall eye health for clear and comfortable vision.

Vitamins & Nutrients for Happy, Healthy Eyes

Try to choose fruits, vegetables, and foods high in vitamins A, C, and E, and foods that contain fatty acids, omega-3s, and essential minerals like zinc and lutein. Some foods that can benefit eye health include:

Red fruits like tomatoes, strawberries, & cranberries
Orange vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, & sweet potatoes
Yellow fruits & vegetables like lemons, squash, & corn
Green vegetables like spinach, kale, & broccoli
Coldwater fish like salmon & tuna
Meat & dairy products like turkey, cheese, yogurt, & milk
Nuts like almonds, walnuts, pistachios, & cashews
Legumes like peas, lentils, & beans

Supplements to Help Support Your Eyesight

We understand it’s sometimes difficult to know if you’re getting enough eye-friendly nutrients in your regular diet. Fortunately, some supplements contain blends of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients specifically for your eye health.

If you’re considering trying supplements, our eye care team can answer your questions and provide comprehensive advice on what types of supplements are available, and which ones can effectively support your unique eyes.

Please reach out to us any time to book an appointment or ask us a question. We’re always happy to help.

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