These days most of the people are living a sedentary lifestyle. The work involves sitting in front of the computer screen for a long period of time. Even kids these days remain engrossed in laptops either for studies or for entertainment. Watching television for a long period of time from very close too is a habit seen in many people. Other than this, people are seen reading books, newspapers and journals in dim light or in wrong postures. Many kids do their homework lying down on the bed or floor. These are some lifestyle habits which could affect one’s eyesight power in the long run.

But how do you know that your eyes need an aid for reading? One complains of constant headaches and fatigued eyes as the sight becomes hyperopic. The objects at a distance which were seen clearly earlier begin to appear blurred. Another important symptom is that the eye does not recover quickly from bright lights at night. So if you are seeing halos around an object for a long time after you enter a dark room from a brightly lit room, you might want to consult an optician. Today, advance care is available for almost every eye problem and Lasik is the most common one to correct eyesight.

However, prevention is better than cure. It’s advisable to increase the intake of healthy foods in your diet to maintain good eyesight. Vitamins A, C and E improve vision. Hence, foods like eggs, garlic, almonds and carrots should be taken in optimum amount. Apart from this, green leafy vegetables like broccoli, spinach etc. ensure overall health of a person besides protecting vision. It has been found that spinach contains antioxidants called Lutein and Zeaxanthin that are crucial for protecting the eyes from degeneration.