Dr. Sivabalaji
Associate Professor, Department of Shalakya Tantra,
School of Ayurveda, Amritapuri
A nutritious and balanced diet is essential for maintaining healthy vision and preventing eye diseases.
| FOOD | Do’s | Don’ts (Avoid) |
|---|---|---|
| Grains | Rice, wheat, oatmeal, barley, jowar, ragi | Polished rice, maida products, bakery foods |
| Legumes and pulses | All | Black gram (uzhunnu), horse gram, excess thuvara parippu |
| Nuts | Almonds, walnuts, peanuts, pumpkin seeds | Excess cashews |
| Green Leafy Vegetables | Drumstick leaves, palak, amaranth, pumpkin leaves, coriander leaves, fenugreek leaves, cauliflower, cabbage, bitter gourd, pumpkin, drumstick, bottle gourd, ladies finger, beans, tender radish | Raw mango, chillies, mushroom, capsicum, brinjal |
| Roots & Tubers | Carrot, beetroot can be taken daily | Potato, sweet potato |
| Fruits | Gooseberry, kiwi fruit, pomegranate, papaya, guava, avocado, orange | Pineapple, mango, chilled fruit juice |
| Milk products | Milk, butter milk, ghee, pure honey | Curd, cheese, excessive sweets |
| Oils | Vegetable oil, groundnut oil, olive oil | Re-used oil, palm oil |
People who wish to maintain healthy eyes should follow these dietary habits. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet not only helps preserve good vision but also plays an important role in preventing or slowing the progression of eye diseases. According to Ayurveda, a wholesome diet that nourishes the eyes can support visual health, improve vision, and promote the long-term well-being of the eyes.