Coping with Cataract

Cataract is one of the most stubborn conditions to deal with, if it has become deep-seated,  no short of a surgical operation can help overcoming the trouble. If cataract is detected in early stages, then one can overcome the ailment by natural means. One can always prevent the advancement of the same by proper care and maintaining a proper diet regimen.

Prevention of cataract and it's advancement can be initiated by improving nutrition.

Dietary Recommendations

Refined sugar intake should be reduced spl white sugar , fruit juice concentrates ,refined glucose which is present in natural drinks , all these can contribute to cataract formation, as it destroys Vitamin C in the lens.

Drink eight glasses of water per day. Adequate water intake helps to maintain the flow of nutrients to the lens and to release wastes and toxins from tissues.

Eat foods rich in antioxidants like garlic, onions, beans, vegetables, apples, carrots, tomatoes and oranges etc  , also rich in beta-carotene, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Antioxidants are most important to combat against free radicals, a major cause of cataract formation.

An optimal potency multivitamin is an important foundation of any cataract prevention program. The following describes the role of some of the essential nutrients in treating cataracts.

Vitamin C , Regular intake of this vitamin helps avoid age related development of cataract

Vitamin E decreases the risk of cataract .The intake of food rich in Vitamin E (Almonds, peanuts, spinach, tomatoes etc) is good for eye health

Healthy Tips

Since the exact cause is sometimes not known , so prevention is also difficult , still it is better to avoid and manage the triggering factors like

Avoid microwave cooked food as all the food protein gets destroyed during the process. Also never peep in the microwave as the radiations can cause cataract.

Wear sunglasses and a hat, since ultraviolet light from the sun can cause damage to the lens of the eye.

Many synthetic chemicals and drugs. Steroids, are a typical cause of cataracts because they block the normal metabolism of connective tissue of which the lens is composed.

Smoking as well causes cataracts.