Foods to stay away from since they can damage your vision in less than a month

We all know which foods are excellent for our eyes, however it may not be clear which foods could harm your eyes. Therefore, I'll go through 5 things you should stay away from in this blog post if you want to maintain the health of your eyes! 

What meals are harmful to your eyes? 

I’m sure we all know that carrots and other brightly coloured fruit and vegetables are packed with lots of eye-friendly vitamins and nutrients (if not, have a read of this blog, ‘The best foods for healthy eyes and eyesight’!). However, not everyone may be aware that certain foods we consume frequently are hazardous for not only our general health but also especially our eyes

Sugared beverages

Up to 10 teaspoons of sugar per drink can be found in soda, energy drinks, sports drinks, and other sweetened beverages. The risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and age-related macular degeneration may all increase as a result of this extra sugar intake.

Plain Carbohydrates 

The carbohydrates in pasta and white bread, while delectable, have been associated with an increased risk of eye problems. The breakdown of simple carbohydrates raises blood sugar levels. Your body uses blood sugar as fuel, but surges brought on by a bad diet increase your risk of developing diabetes. A diet abundant in simple carbs can also lead to weight gain, raise cholesterol levels, and increase the risk of heart disease. which all affect eye health.

Patients at risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may gain from consuming fewer simple carbohydrates, according to research on the relationship between diet and AMD.

Sodium

Hypertension, often known as high blood pressure, can be brought on by a high sodium diet and frequent salt spikes. Some foods high in sodium are:

• hot dog

• bacon 

• deli meat

• food in a can 

A buildup of fluid beneath the retina, blood vessel destruction, and an obstruction of blood flow that kills nerves are just a few of the severe effects that chronic hypertension has on the eye. Vision loss and haziness are both possible effects of all.

Trans fatty acids and saturated fat 

Food products with trans fats and hydrogenated oils should be avoided, according to health experts. It is advisable to use cooking oil that has no more than four grams of saturated fat per tablespoon.Despite the fact that margarine is loaded with trans fats that can raise blood cholesterol levels, it is seen as a healthy alternative to butter. Polyunsaturated fats, like omega-3 fatty acids, should be substituted for harmful fats.

Dressing, condiments, and toppings 

Why do we need to avoid even the healthiest foods? In terms of our eyes (and general health), mayonnaise, salad dressing, and even jelly are heavy in fat.