Vitamin C & Cataracts
Cataracts are a common senior eye problem that occurs naturally with age and clouds
the eye’s lens, turning it opaque. Despite the advent of modern cataract
removal surgery, cataracts are still something seniors need to be aware of and
work to limit their risk factors if possible. The role of vitamins and
supplements in cataract development has generally been a bit uncertain. Based
on some new research, it is thought that eating foods high in Vitamin C can cut the risk of
cataract progression by as much as a third. The research is also the first to show that diet and
lifestyle may play a greater role than genetics in cataract development and
severity.
Probably the most important finding in this study was that vitamin C
intake from food seemed to protect against cataract progression. While we
cannot totally avoid developing cataracts, we may be able to delay their onset
and keep them from worsening significantly by eating a diet rich in vitamin C.
If you or someone you know is concerned about senior eye
problems such as cataracts or even has a cataract, please share this
information. If you need a cataract eye exam please call The
Eye Care & Surgery Center at 908-789-8999, visit The Eye Care & Surgery Center, Google+ or
facebook.com/eyecareandsurgerycenter to schedule an appointment.
The Eye
Care & Surgery Center is located at 592 Springfield Avenue,
Westfield, New Jersey 07090, 10 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, New Jersey 07059
and 517 Route One South, Suite 1100, Iselin, New Jersey 08830, and is conveniently located for patients from throughout
central and northern New Jersey.
