eye disorders
Cataract
Prevention of Cataract
There are several things people can do that may help prevent cataracts, including the following: Consistently wearing eyeglasses or sunglasses with a coating to filter ultraviolet (UV) light Not smoking Reducing consumption of alcohol In a person with Diabetes Mellitus (DM) , keeping blood sugar level well controlled Eating a diet high invitamin C,vitamin A, and substances known as carotenoids (contained in dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale); however, whether taking supplements of these vitamins helps prevent cataracts is not very clear. Estrogen use by women after menopause may also be protective, but estrogen should not be used solely for this purpose. Finally, people who are taking corticosteroids for extended periods might discuss with their doctor the possibility of using a different medication. 