Many studies have proven that nutrition greatly affects the human eye.  All Utah residents want to live a long life with perfect vision, but the truth is not many people are conscious of their diet.  You might think that "eating healthy" is a nuisance, or that you will never get to eat the foods you really enjoy.  However, this is not true.  There are simple ways to include specific vitamin rich foods into your diet plan that can improve your health, thwart the progression of cataracts, and decrease your chances of needing cataract surgery.  Here's an idea.

Vitamin B2 and B3 contribute to eye health.  These vitamins are different than vitamin C and E, which contain antioxidants, but vitamin B does provide building blocks your body needs to make those antioxidant compounds.  If you are lacking riboflavin and niacin, your risk of cataracts increases.  Studies prove that people eating foods rich in riboflavin and niacin cut their chances of needing cataract surgery in half compared to those who didn't.  

Utah tends to be a health-conscious state, with many outdoor enthusiasts who hit trails hard during the spring and summer.  It isn't much to ask to increase a bit of their vitamin intake during their meals, that way they are fighting the progression of cataracts while still staying healthy.  Don't be fooled by the nutritional sound "riboflavin" and "niacin".  There are numerous food groups that contain these supplements that are pleasant to eat.  While taking a pill form is better than nothing, it is still more beneficial to consume the actual food.  Don't worry about losing out on the fun of enjoying a great meal.  Here are just a few of the foods high in these vitamins.

Riboflavin: lean beef and lamb.  I bet you didn't think about those, did you?  Venison is also among the meat choices.  Having a healthy serving of these ups your health prevention of cataracts.  Also, dairy products like yogurt and milk have significant sources of riboflavin.  Eggs, spinach, and almonds are on the top of the list, which are also huge in protein.  See?  There are ways to eat healthy and still have a tasty meal.  Your eyes will thank you.

Were you worried you'd have to eat only green leafy stuff?  Here are some of the best foods for niacin that will fulfill your meat desires: Tuna, skinless chicken, lean beef and lamb, pork tenderloin, skinless turkey, and wild salmon.  Talk about a hearty dose of goodness!  Also among the list were kidney beans, peanut butter and peanuts, mushrooms, and sunflower seeds.  So, you see, there are plenty of options to choose from.  Any of these foods will decrease your risk for cataract surgery, and you don't even have to be miserable while doing it.