Bell Peppers rich in Vitamin A

It's important to protect the eyes all the time, but it becomes even more important in the summer with the increased sun exposure. The most common cause of vission loss and blindness in people over the age of 55 is age-related macular degeneration. This occurs when the central part of the retina (macula) becomes damaged and the most common cause of this damage is years of UV exposure.

One of the most important components in the retina is a vitamin - vitamin A to be exact. Thus, foods rich in this vitamin -- along with beta-carotene, zinc, and Vitamins C and E -- are beneficial to the eyes. Good sources of vitamin A (as beta-carotene) and vitamin C include dark green vegetables like kale, chard, and mustard greens, plus bell peppers, carrots, and blueberries. Lutein is also critical for eye health. Eggs and tomatoes are both rich sources of lutein.