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What should be added to our diet to maintain nourishment of eyes?

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Balance: A balanced diet that includes leafy green vegetables is helpful. Avoid smoking!

Dr Conrad agreed

Answered 2/28/2013

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A normal diet: A healthy diet is usually fine. If you want to be more than 100% sure, eat some carrots and use omega -3 fatty acids 1-2 times/day.

Answered 10/4/2016

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