Rich in vitamin E, as are pistachios, peanuts and particularly almonds. 

 

Best source of lutein and zeaxanthin which are especially important in preventing macular degeneration(the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality) in older people. The dark green color “disguises” beta-carotene.

Broccoli

Contains high levels of lutein(叶黄素yèhuángsù), zeaxanthin and vitamin(维他命wéitāmìng) C.

Carrots and yams

Also pumpkins, squash, orange-yellow-red bell peppers. Rich in eye-healthy antioxidants and very high in beta-carotene, the pigment in bright orange fruits and vegetables and a precursor of vitamin A. Vitamin A is critical to normal vision and plays a major role in preventing night blindness and maintaining a healthy cornea.

Gouqi (wolfberry), jue ming zi (semen cassiae torae) and green tea

Eye-reinforcing drinks.

Orange-colored fruits

Rich in vitamin C, lutein and zeaxanthin.

Flax seeds and flax oil

Rich in omega 3 fatty acids (also oily, deep-sea fish like salmon) thought to ease effects of dry eye syndrome.

Garlic, sunflower seeds, nuts, black walnuts, oatmeal and brown rice

Contain selenium, a mineral that helps absorb antioxidants and prevent eye problems.

Garbanzo beans, kidney beans, oatmeal and whole wheat bread

Contain zinc, an important mineral that works with antioxidants to promote overall eye health.

Wheat germ, soy and safflower oil