The Ultimate Guide to Glaucoma Nutrition: Everything You Need to Know
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to blindness if left untreated. It is caused by damage to the optic nerve, which is responsible for sending visual information from the eye to the brain. Glaucoma is often associated with increased intraocular pressure (IOP),which is the pressure inside the eye. High IOP can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss.
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What are the Risk Factors for Glaucoma?
There are a number of risk factors for glaucoma, including:
- Increasing age - Family history of glaucoma - Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure - Use of certain medications, such as steroids - Eye injuries
How is Glaucoma Treated?
There is no cure for glaucoma, but there are a number of treatments that can help to lower IOP and prevent further vision loss. These treatments include:
- Medication - Surgery - Laser therapy
How Can Nutrition Help to Manage Glaucoma?
Eating a healthy diet can help to lower IOP and prevent further vision loss. Some of the foods that are beneficial for glaucoma include:
- Fruits and vegetables - Whole grains - Lean protein - Low-fat dairy products
Some of the foods that should be avoided by people with glaucoma include:
- Processed foods - Sugary foods - Fatty foods - Alcohol
In addition to eating a healthy diet, there are a number of supplements that can be helpful for glaucoma. These supplements include:
- Lutein - Zeaxanthin - Vitamin C - Vitamin E
How to Make Healthy Lifestyle Changes
In addition to eating a healthy diet, there are a number of other healthy lifestyle changes that can help to manage glaucoma. These changes include:
- Exercise regularly - Get enough sleep - Avoid smoking - Limit alcohol intake
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to blindness if left untreated. However, there are a number of things that you can do to manage the condition and prevent further vision loss. Eating a healthy diet is an important part of glaucoma management. By following the tips in this guide, you can help to lower IOP and protect your vision.
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Print length | : | 84 pages |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 4353 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 84 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |