So, in a sense, dehydration can cause vision loss. Although, the vision loss is only temporary in many cases as long as you rehydrate your body with plenty of water. If you experience constant eye dehydration, this can increase the risks of developing cataracts sooner.
You know that drinking enough water is important for your overall health and well-being. But did you know that your eyes depend on proper hydration to function properly? Not drinking enough water each day can lead to eye strain, dry eyes and blurred vision.
Eat a Healthy Diet
Feed your eyes well. Studies have suggested that the antioxidants in whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk and progression of cataracts. Carrots, in particular, nourish the eyes with beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A.
Eye strain such as tired eyes, blurred vision, headaches and double vision can also be caused by dehydration and result when the eye is not properly lubricated. Drinking plenty of water will help flush out salt in the body and properly hydrate your eyes to help reduce eyestrain.
If you experience constant eye dehydration, this can increase the risks of developing cataracts sooner. Cataracts occur when the natural lens in the eye starts to cloud over as proteins in the lens coalesce. As the cataract increases in size, it will cause vision loss and eventually blindness.
Ultraviolet light from the sun may contribute to the development of cataracts. Wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet B (UVB) rays when you're outdoors. Reduce alcohol use. Excessive alcohol use can increase the risk of cataracts.
Trauma-related cataracts are typically the most fast-growing type of cataracts. Radiation: Radiation-related cataracts, sometimes listed under trauma-related cataracts, occur after the lens has been exposed to radiation. Exposure to high levels of radiation can result in clouded vision in as little as two years.
Age is the greatest risk factor for cataracts. Age-related cataracts may develop between 40 and 50 years old.
Unfortunately, there is no option to reverse cataracts. Still, you can do things to prevent cataracts and potentially slow the speed at which they progress.
Myopia (Nearsightedness)
Cataracts can cause nearsightedness, which can actually improve vision in those who are already nearsighted or farsighted. This is a strange phenomenon, often called “second-sight,” and can sometimes mean people with cataracts see better without glasses.
Carrot, Beet, and Apple Juice
The vitamin A content of carrots are responsible for maintaining your low-light vision and good overall eye health. Beets, on the other hand, contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which support macular and retinal health.
Although it's never too late to have a cataract removed, it is better to have cataracts removed while they are immature, as this reduces the length of surgery and the recovery time. Earlier removal also means that you avoid the significant visual impairment associated with very mature (hypermature) cataracts.
Because emotional or psychological stress is associated with increased oxidant production and oxidative damage, long-term exposure to emotional or psychological stressors may enhance the risk of many diseases associated with oxidative stress, including cataracts.
Foods to Avoid for Good Vision
You should also do your best to avoid soft drinks, processed foods, fried foods, and sugary snacks. Eating and consuming these things are all associated with the increased likelihood of cataracts at a younger age.
If left untreated, cataracts will eventually cause total blindness. The good news is that cataracts can be easily treated. The primary treatment for cataracts is surgery to remove and replace the cloudy lens.
Lutein and zeaxanthin work in tandem with vitamin E to fight macular degeneration and cataracts. These are both carotenoids that act as antioxidants to fight oxidation. Other carotenoids include beta-carotene and lycopene.
Eye muscles, like all the other muscles in your body can feel painful and fatigued when they are strained. Cut back on visual fatigue by practicing the trick called 20-20-20. This involves periods of staring at an object for twenty seconds from twenty feet away. You will feel immediate results.
Fluctuating vision can be a warning of other health issues such as diabetic retinopathy or fluctuating blood sugar levels, high blood pressure, dry eyes, or hormone fluctuation.