Pressure in the Eye (Glaucoma)

Glaucoma is an eye disease that is associated with elevated intraocular pressure (pressure in the eyes) which damages the optic nerve of the eye and leads to loss of vision and even blindness. It is the second leading cause of irreversible blindness in the world. Glaucoma does not give any symptoms in the early stages but can be diagnosed early by regular eye examinations. While there is no known ways of preventing glaucoma, blindness or significant vision loss from glaucoma can be prevented if the disease is recognised in the early stages. Risk factors for glaucoma include age over 45 years, family history of glaucoma, people from the black race (Africans), diabetes and hypertension.

Although glaucoma is due to anatomical alterations in the eye, the type of diet we eat can influence the intraocular pressure (Improving or aggravating glaucoma). It is important to increase intake of food like mango, orange, sweet potatoes, squash, cereals, carrots, green beans, green leafy vegetables, pawpaw and nuts. These foods are rich in Carotenoids, Zinc and Vitamins A, B, and C, as well as Antioxidants. As we eat these, let us reduce or eliminate coffee from our diet because it increases the intraocular pressure.

God bless you and stay healthy.

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