Vitamins and Nutrition

Nutrition and Vitamins for Your Eyes
By Gina White

Is eating carrots really good for the eyes, or do moms just say that to inflict the vegetable on their kids? Well, one average-sized carrot contains twice the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamin A, which happens to be very good for your eyes. If you don't like carrots, don't worry, lots of yummy (and some not so yummy) foods contain vitamin A and other nutrients your eyes need.

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Resources

• MyPyramid.gov - Create a personal eating plan and assess your food intake and physical activity level - From the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (USDA)