Foods for Optimal Eye Health: A Balanced Diet to Boost Nearsighted Children’s Vision

A balanced diet that is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatories can help improve the eyesight of nearsighted children. Foods such as eggs, fatty fish, dark green leafy vegetables, and nuts are particularly beneficial for maintaining eye health.

Myopia or nearsightedness is a common refractive error that often develops in childhood. It causes difficulty seeing distant objects clearly while close objects are seen well. The onset of myopia typically occurs around 8-12 years of age, with puberty often exacerbating the condition. However, fortunately, nearsightedness tends to stabilize around the age of 20.

Doctor Tran Thi Tra Phuong from Tam Anh General Hospital in Hanoi emphasizes the importance of a well-balanced nutritional regimen for children with myopia. This includes essential nutrient groups like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Foods rich in vitamins A, C, E, lutein, zeaxanthin