Carrots aren't the only food for better vision: 4 others that may help protect your eyes

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ©2026 FOX News Network, LLC. All rights reserved. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Market data provided by Factset. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Legal Statement. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by LSEG. Dr. Mark Hyman, co-founder of Function Health and author of the new book "Food Fix Uncensored," breaks down how everyday eating patterns affect core functions, and how the contents of your plate help guide digestion, metabolism and recovery. Carrots are not the only food that can support healthy vision. South Carolina–based registered dietitian Lauren Manaker recently explored how everyday foods can help protect eye health in an article for EatingWell, a publication focused on nutrition and healthy living. Manaker told Fox News Digital that certain nutrients play a key role in maintaining eyesight over time. Compounds such as lutein, zeaxanthin and beta carotene help shield the eyes from blue light exposure and age-related damage, while also supporting the health of the retina and other structures involved in vision, she noted. THE HEALTHIEST POTATOE