Reduced vision in childhood is a common problem in the modern world. A comprehensive approach of parents to the health of children's eyes can partly preserve vision and prevent its deterioration. Going to the optometrist should be the first task in solving the problem. Vitamins for the eyes for children will also help preserve sharp vision.
Vitamins and trace elements necessary for vision
Almost all vitamins, one way or another, affect visual acuity.
Essential vitamins
The main vitamins, the lack of which leads to a decrease in visual function in children, are presented below.
- Vitamin A (retinol) is considered to be the main vitamin affecting vision. The lack of this vitamin in the body is the cause of "night blindness" (decreased visual acuity at dusk), frequent inflammatory diseases of the eyelids and leads to a worsening of myopia. Vitamin A is found in all orange-colored fruits and vegetables, as well as parsley, liver and tomatoes. It should be remembered that vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, therefore it is best absorbed if vegetable and fruit salads are poured with vegetable oil.
- B vitamins: B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B12 (cyanocobalamin) - a group of vitamins, without which the correct functioning of the entire nervous system, including the work of the optic nerves, is impossible. The source of these vitamins is coarse bread, rice, liver, fish, yeast.
- Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has a direct effect on the vascular wall, strengthening them. Vitamin is found in black currants, rose hips, parsley, sorrel, citrus fruits. A form of vitamin C is available in the form of dragees or effervescent tablets at the pharmacy.
- Vitamin D (cholecalciferol, ergocalciferol) - a vitamin whose main function is to strengthen the tissues of the eye. Its reception is indicated for progressive myopia. The source of this vitamin is directly the sun's rays (synthesis in the body occurs through tanning), seaweed, oil, fish, forest mushrooms. A decrease in the production of this vitamin is observed in children of the northern regions and in winter, when the sunny day is shorter. The fat-soluble and water-soluble forms of vitamin D are available as drops in pharmacies.
Basic micronutrients
The main microelements and biologically active substances for improving vision are presented below.
- Lutein... A special pigment whose main function is to protect the retina. Its maximum amount is located in the macula (the region of the retina responsible for central vision). It has two functions: absorbing the rays of the blue-violet part of the spectrum and neutralizing oxidants and free radicals. The sources of lutein are spinach, eggs, citrus fruits, corn, carrots, bell peppers.
- Omega-3 fatty acids... Their main functions in the human body are the production of tissue hormones eicosanoids, the formation of cell membranes and the creation of energy reserves. The source is sea fish.
- Calcium... An essential element in strengthening the tissues of the eye. Sources include dairy products, sesame seeds and green vegetables.
- Zinc and selenium... Increase the absorption of vitamin A, stabilize cell membranes. Source: mussels, oysters, onions and garlic.
- For high visual acuity, you also need potassium, fluorine, PP vitamins, vitamin K and E.
Not all vitamins and trace elements are easily absorbed in the daily dose that is required for each specific organism, especially in the winter months. The lack of such important components does not affect the best way and leads to visual impairment in children.
Taking vitamin preparations, especially in winter and spring, allows you to provide the body with everything it needs and preserve vision.
The development of pharmacology made it possible for doctors to select vitamin complexes individually for each child, depending on the needs of different age groups.
"SlezaVit" for children from 3 years old
"SlezaVit" is a dietary supplement that contains lutein, zeaxanthin, copper, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, B vitamins, chromium. The manufacturer is Adipharm LTD for World Medical Ophthalmix LTD, Bulgaria / UK.
The drug is prescribed to normalize the vitamin and mineral balance in various eye diseases, and also as an antioxidant in degenerative-dystrophic eye diseases.
It is recommended to take children from 3 years old according to the following scheme: 1 capsule 1 time per day during or after meals for 1 month.
The tendency to develop allergic reactions (urticaria, Quincke's edema, allergic dermatitis) is an absolute contraindication.
Allergic reactions to a complex drug (contact dermatitis, urticaria) should be considered as a side effect of the drug.
During the intake of the drug, urine becomes intense yellow, due to the presence of riboflavin (vitamin B2) in the drug. Do not take this as a side reaction!
Price in pharmacies: from 650 rubles.
vitamins for vision
"Streaks" and "Streaks-kids" for children from 4 years old
Strix-kids eye vitamins for children, containing beta-carotene and blueberry extract, are prescribed for children with prolonged visual stress.
The manufacturer is Ferrosan (Denmark). The rules for taking the drug are as follows.
- The recommended scheme for taking "Striks" for children over 7 years old is 1 tablet once a day with a little water.
- "Striks-kids" (chewable tablets) are prescribed for children 4-6 years old, 1 tablet once a day, chewing thoroughly.
- The course of taking the drug: 1-2 months.
The tendency to develop allergic reactions (urticaria, Quincke's edema, allergic dermatitis) to any of the components of this drug is an absolute contraindication.
Allergic reactions to a complex drug (contact dermatitis, urticaria) should be considered as a side effect of the drug.
Strix forte tab. 500 mg No. 30
Vitamins for vision for children over 12 years old
"Vitrum Vision Forte"
Complex vitamin and mineral preparation containing lutein, zeaxanthin, blueberry extract, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B2. Manufacturer UNIPHARM INC, USA.
The purpose of the drug is substantiated for prolonged visual stress, in persons with refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia), retinopathies, degenerative processes of the retina, before and after surgical interventions in order to stimulate regenerative processes in the body.
The use of the drug is allowed for children over 12 years of age and adults according to the following scheme: 1 tablet 2 times a day after meals. The course is 3 months.
The tendency to develop allergic reactions (urticaria, Quincke's edema, allergic dermatitis) to any of the components of this drug is an absolute contraindication to use.
Adverse reactions: nausea, weakness, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, allergic reactions to the drug - may be variants of the side effect of the drug.
vitamins for vision
"Doppelgerts Active"
Dietary supplement containing lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C. The manufacturer is "Kweisser Pharma", Germany.
The drug is prescribed for the purpose of normalizing metabolism, strengthening the walls of blood vessels, antioxidant protection of the eyes in violation of twilight adaptation, with degenerative-dystrophic processes in the body, refractive errors, as well as for the purpose of preoperative preparation to stimulate regeneration processes.
The use of the drug is allowed for children over 12 years old and adults. according to the following scheme: 1 tablet 1 time per day after meals. The course is 1 month.
The tendency to develop allergic reactions (urticaria, Quincke's edema, allergic dermatitis) is an absolute contraindication to use.
Allergic reactions to a complex drug (contact dermatitis, urticaria) should be considered as a side effect of the drug.
Doppelherz active eye vitamins with chromium, zinc and selenium caps. 1350mg No. 30
It should be noted that in patients with refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia), drugs can be used only in complex treatment and do not replace spectacle correction. In patients with degenerative diseases of the cornea and retina, these drugs are aimed at preserving and maintaining healthy areas of the eye and are a small part of comprehensive treatment.
It should be remembered that before using any drug, it is worth consulting with your doctor, since not only a lack of vitamins leads to diseases, but also their excess!
