Omega-3 Benefits
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Omega-3 is a type of fatty acid — a building block of fat. Omega-3s are called essential fatty acids because people need them, but the human body can’t produce them. Instead, essential fatty acids are consumed through foods and supplements and can be beneficial for the eyes. Without “good fats” like omega-3 in your diet, your eye health may suffer.
In adult eyes, studies suggest omega-3 fatty acids may help protect from:
- Macular degeneration
- Dry eye syndrome
- Glaucoma
One of the best steps you can take to improve your diet is to eat more foods that are rich in omega-3s and fewer foods that are high in omega-6s.
High omega-3 foods include:
- Cold-water fish
- Ground flaxseeds
- Flaxseed oil
- Walnuts
- Chia seeds
- Soybeans
- Tofu
- Soy oil
- Canola oil
What if you’re not a fish lover? Another way to make sure your diet contains enough omega-3 is through fish oil supplements. These are available in capsule and liquid form.
A healthy diet that includes a variety of foods with plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, and limits your intake of omega-6 fatty acids, can improve your ocular health.
Click the link to read more about omega-3 benefits at https://www.allaboutvision.com/nutrition/fatty_acid_1.htm.