12 Ways to Improve Eyesight
By Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH Published on May 16, 2025 Medically reviewed by Christine L. Larsen, MD Several natural methods, such as eating a healthy diet, wearing sunglasses, and avoiding tobacco smoke, can help protect your eyesight and prevent chronic vision problems. However, regular eye exams remain the most effective way to safeguard your vision and detect issues early. Jump to Key Takeaways . Carrots, sweet potatoes, and red bell peppers contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which support retinal health. ZAKmac / Getty Images 1. Maintain a Healthy Weight People with obesity have more adipose (fat) tissue , and this tissue can lead to increased inflammation and metabolic changes, which can affect eye health. Obesity raises the risk of: 1 Diabetic retinopathy (DR) Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) Cataracts Glaucoma Dry eye disease Losing and maintaining a healthy weight can improve eye health and reduce the risk of serious problems....