Abstract: Staring at your phone on the way to work, staring at a computer screen for work, and staring at a computer for entertainment after getting home. Such excessive use of the eyes is no wonder many white-collar workers complain of eye pain every day. Therefore, in addition to avoiding overuse, protecting your eyes also means knowing how to eat foods that are beneficial to them. So, what foods do your eyes like to eat?
Whether it's teenagers or adults, eyes are being overused now. Some of this is, of course, due to work needs, especially for computer-related professions, which can range from 8 to 14 hours. When there's no alternative at work, we should choose some eye-protecting foods:
1. VE Series.
Sesame seeds are effective for removing dark circles, nourishing the eyeballs themselves, and nourishing the eye muscles. It's not the sesame seed itself, but an important nutrient in it! VE, which is an antioxidant nutrient for many organs in the body. The eyes are very susceptible to external interference; for example, outdoors, ultraviolet light stimulates the eyes, which is a process that accelerates aging. Therefore, just like the heart, the eyes are an organ that is in great need of protection to prevent oxidation.
VE has a nourishing effect on the eyeballs and eye muscles and is also very effective for eliminating dark circles. Peanuts, walnuts, pistachios, and the entire dried fruit series contain VE. It's also in the peanut oil, vegetable oil, and olive oil we consume. However, note that I'm not telling you to eat more and more. We should eat in normal amounts—eating a handful of peanuts or 2-3 walnuts will not cause the oil content to exceed the limit, and it will effectively supplement VE. This is a dietary principle everyone should follow.
2. VA Series.
Goji berries are also a treasure for eye protection. They contain a nutrient that is particularly crucial for the eyes—carotene. We know that for eye maintenance, an important vitamin is VA. Beta-carotene is a source of VA, meaning it can be converted into VA in the body. VA comes from animal foods, like when you eat pork liver, chicken liver, or red meat. But plant-based foods mainly provide beta-carotene, which is then converted into VA in the body. If there is a long-term deficiency of VA, it can lead to xerophthalmia and ulcers. The eyes will feel dry, astringent, and painful. The "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that eating pork liver can improve vision. This refers to the discovery that eating pork liver improves the eye's ability to see in low light.
We know that to evaluate a person's eyesight, you have to see how they see things during the day and at night. For example, when walking at night, everything you see is black. Young people often use their eyes at night—surfing the internet, watching TV. If the light at home is very dim, or your desk lamp is very dim, it will cause your night vision to be increasingly depleted.
3. VC Series.
What do cherry tomatoes have to do with our eyes? Besides beta-carotene, there are other nutrients, such as VC. Besides VA, the eyes are also related to VC. The eyes themselves need antioxidants, which require VC. The cornea of the eye needs to be supplied by blood and requires microvessels to supply it. These microvessels themselves need to be nourished and strengthened, which requires VC. It's a comprehensive supplement. Moreover, it contains almost no components that are bad for the human body—for example, it contains no fat and not too much sugar. Therefore, I think it's a very good and smart choice to consume it regularly. Eat more vegetables and fruits rich in VC, such as green peppers, broccoli, and kale.
Eye habits and hygiene are always the top priority. The distance you maintain from screens, including how often you rest, are crucial. Especially for young people in this information age, working in front of a computer is essential. It is recommended that everyone take 10 minutes every hour to look at distant green scenery outside and do eye exercises. In short, the goal is to let the eyes rest and allow the eyeballs to move freely.