POWER VISION FOODS

LUTEIN

Kale, turnip greens, and spinach contain Lutein, which is also stored naturally in the retina to

protect from vision degradation.

VITAMIN C

Oranges, papayas, and strawberries are good sources of vitamin c, an antioxidant, and an

all-purpose aid to the body.

VITAMIN E

Almonds, sunflower oil, and hazelnuts have antioxidant power of vitamin e, which fights

against free radicals in the body.

ZINC

Oysters, beef, and chocolate, because of their zinc content, may all help prevent macular

degeneration of the eyes.

PROTEIN

Lentils and chicken or turkey breasts, may help replenish natural eye proteins.

OMEGA-3 FATTY ACID

Salmon, tuna, and kiwis, as omega-3 foods, are naturally concentrated in the retina,

enhancing optical development in children.

ZEAXANTHIN

Eggs, corn, and other zeaxanthin foods may help prevent cataracts and other eye

diseases.

BETA CAROTENE

Peppers, yams, carrots, mangoes, papayas, pumpkin, and palm oil contain beta carotene.

BROUGHT TO YOU BY: UTAH EYE CENTERS

So you see, there is something simple you can do to improve your vision health and prevent future disease. Eye surgery is becoming more reliable, but it is far easier (and less costly) to be nutritional visionary!