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Your Eyes Will Age Well if You Follow These 10 Healthy Habits 36%
By Mandy Sleight0%
2/11/2026, 4:00:00 AM
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Keeping your vision in good shape is just as important as taking care of your body.
There are many things you can do to protect your eyes as you age that don't require too much effort, but can make a big difference.
For example, you can wear sunglasses when you step outside to keep your eyes safe from UV rays.
Making these small changes can prevent certain eye conditions that often accompany aging.
Below are some of the habits you can add to your daily routine to keep your eyes healthy.
1.
Wear sunglasses outside
Exposing your eyes to ultraviolet rays may cause damage over time.
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, wearing sunglasses can block harmful UV light, lowering your risk of eye diseases like cataracts, sunburn, eye cancer and growths around the eye.
Polarized glasses with smoke or gray lenses may offer the best protection against the sun's rays and reduce glare.
2.
Use the 20-20-20 screen break rule
Prolonged screen time can cause dry eyes, pain in the neck and shoulders, blurred vision, headaches and digital eye strain, or computer vision syndrome.
The American Optometric Association recommends using the 20-20-20 rule to prevent computer vision syndrome.
Every 20 minutes, look at something at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
3.
Take a break from books, too
Screen time isn't the only way to strain your eyes.
You probably hold a book up close for long periods when you read it.
Both activities can lead to nearsightedness, or myopia, which means faraway objects are blurry, while up-close objects are clear.
Just like you should use the 20-20-20 rule to take screen breaks, you should also use this rule for book breaks.
If you find yourself engrossed in what you're reading or doing on the computer, set an alarm so you don't miss your breaks.
4.
Get your body moving with regular exercise
Regular exercise can provide eye health benefits, such as promoting healthy blood vessels and lowering your risk of developing glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reports.
The CDC recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity every week, plus two days of strength training for your muscles.
You can also practice eye exercises to reduce tension and eye strain while sitting at your desk.
5.
Enjoy the outdoors
Children and adults need to get outside often, even if they get their recommended exercise indoors.
Research shows that children who spend time outdoors have a lower risk of developing nearsightedness in adolescence and as adults.
Playing with your kids at the local playground, walking through the woods or even playing in the backyard can help the whole family stay healthy and active.
Be sure to use your sunglasses.
Read More: Best Outdoor Games to Play in 2025
6.
Stop smoking
It's well known that smoking is bad for your health.
It can also increase your risk of developing eye diseases like cataracts or age-related macular degeneration, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Smokers are two to three times more likely to develop cataracts and up to four times more likely to develop AMD.
Future research may determine if smoking cigarettes can also cause glaucoma, Graves' eye disease, thyroid eye disease and encourage diabetic retinopathy onset or progression.
To improve your health, build a quit plan.
7.
Get vitamins through balanced meals
The foods you eat every day can improve your eye health.
Eating foods rich in vitamins A, C and E, beta-carotene, omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zeaxanthin and zinc can help cellular growth, lower eye tissue inflammation and limit free radicals that can damage your eyes.
To get the right nutrients for your eyes, eat balanced meals by including some of these foods in your regular diet, as recommended by the American Academy of Ophthalmology:
* **Vitamin A and beta-carotene:** Apricots, carrots, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, red pepper, ricotta cheese, mango
* **Vitamin C:** Grapefruit, oranges, lemons, tangerines, peaches, strawberries, tomatoes, red bell pepper
* **Vitamin E:** Avocados, almonds, peanut butter, wheat germ, sunflower.[...]
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