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Four Simple Steps for Healthy Eyes

Many people, especially those with 20/20 vision, do not consider eye health until there's a problem. Taking regular care of your eyes to prevent disease or degeneration should begin as early as possible. Regardless of your age, consider the following ways to care for the health of your eyes: Get regular eye exams, which can help to identify disease and issues early on.

Wear sun-protective glasses that screen out harmful UV rays. Eat a diet abundant in fruits and vegetables. The antioxidants they contain will benefit both your overall and visual health. Eat foods rich in lutein, a compound which can help protect against cataracts and macular degeneration - common, age-related eye disorders. Consider taking a supplement that includes vitamin C, zinc, bilberry and pycnogenol, all of which may help prevent or lessen the risk of eye diseases.