What vegetables and fruits are best to eat for glaucoma?
Feb 20, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cui Xin
Introduction
Generally, there is no specific statement about which vegetables and fruits are best for people without glaucoma. However, eating carrots can help maintain eye cell health, celery promotes smooth bowel movements, and winter melon helps eliminate excess body fluid and reduce intraocular pressure. Consuming citrus fruits helps remove free radicals and supports overall health, while watermelon aids digestion and relieves eye fatigue. Kiwifruit can promote the development of the optic nerve.
Generally, there is no specific claim about which vegetables and fruits are best for people with glaucoma. However, patients can usually consume vegetables such as carrots, celery, and winter melon, or fruits like citrus, watermelon, and kiwifruit.
I. Vegetables
1. Carrots
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, vitamin A, and other nutrients that can promote the development of ocular nerves and the macula, helping to maintain eye cell health.
2. Celery
Celery is high in dietary fiber. Eating it helps moisturize the intestines and relieve constipation, promoting the elimination of metabolic waste from the body.
3. Winter Melon
Winter melon has a high water content. Consuming it helps promote the excretion of excess fluid from the body and may assist in lowering intraocular pressure.
In addition, loofah (sponge gourd) can also be consumed, but intake should be controlled to avoid excessive consumption, which might increase gastrointestinal burden.
II. Fruits
1. Citrus
Limonoids found in citrus fruits help remove free radicals from the body, supporting overall health.
2. Watermelon
Watermelon contains a large amount of water. Eating it helps promote the excretion of metabolic waste and toxins from the body and relieves eye fatigue.
3. Kiwifruit
Kiwifruit is relatively rich in vitamins and lutein. Its consumption helps supplement essential nutrients and supports the development of the optic nerve.
Besides these, grapes can also be eaten. Since vegetables and fruits do not have therapeutic effects, glaucoma patients are advised to seek timely medical care and actively cooperate with doctors for proper treatment.
