Which vitamin is best for eyesight?

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: February 3, 2024

QUESTION: Which vitamin is best for eyesight? ANS:
  • Vitamin A is often considered the best vitamin for eyesight.
  • It plays a crucial role in maintaining good vision and supporting overall eye health.
  • It helps with night vision
  • Prevents dry eyes
  • Reduces the risk macular degeneration and cataracts
  • Good food sources of vitamin A include
  • Carrots
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Spinach
  • Kale
  • Liver
Role of Vitamin A in Vision             Deficiency Results
Maintenance of Cornea and Conjunctiva   ·        Vitamin A helps maintain the health and integrity of the cornea and conjunctiva ·        Deficiency can cause dryness ·        Corneal ulcers ·        Increased susceptibility to infections
Retinal Formation ·        Vitamin A is essential for the formation of retinal a component of rhodopsin, a protein involved in vision ·        Deficiency can lead to night blindness ·        An inability to see in low-light conditions
Protection against Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) ·        Adequate vitamin A intake, along with other antioxidants, may help protect against AMD, a condition that causes progressive loss of central vision in older adults.
Photo transduction ·        Vitamin A plays a role in the process of photo transduction, the conversion of light into electrical signals in the retina. ·         Deficiency can impair this process, leading to visual disturbances.
Regulation of Gene Expression ·        It regulates the expression of genes involved in eye development and differentiation. ·        Deficiency can lead to abnormal development of the eyes, potentially resulting in congenital malformations.
 
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