The load on the organ of vision in childhood is quite significant, so many parents think about vitamin preparations that support eye health and vision. If the child already has vision problems, the selection of a good vitamin complex that affects the eyes is very important for correcting these problems.
Vitamin preparations that have a positive effect on the condition of the eyes usually contain:
- Vitamin A. It is essential for the retina of the eyes, as well as for the mucous membrane of the organ of vision. If a child does not receive such a vitamin from food, his vision deteriorates (especially in situations with poor lighting).
- Vitamin C. This vitamin plays a role in strengthening the muscles of the organ of vision. If there is not enough of it in the diet, the eyes will get tired faster.
- B vitamins. First of all, these are B1 and B2, as well as B6 and B12. Such vitamins strengthen the nervous system, improve metabolic processes, as well as blood supply to the tissues of the eyes.
In addition to vitamins, the following are important for maintaining eye health and good vision:
- Minerals such as potassium, copper, zinc, selenium.
- Lutein, Beta Carotene and Zeaxanthin. These active substances, called carotenoids, increase the resistance of the eyes to adverse external influences.
Indications
Vitamin preparations for the eyes are recommended to be taken with:
- Dryness of the mucous membrane of the eyes.
- Sensation of "sand" in the eyes and burning.
- Decreased visual acuity.
- Lachrymation from exposure to sunlight or prolonged concentration.
- Nervous tic ("twitching" of the eye).
- Rapid onset of eye fatigue.
- Dull cornea.
- Significant eye strain.
- Eye diseases and vision dysfunctions.
- Recovery after eye surgery.
Contraindications
You can not take vitamins for the eyes only in case of individual intolerance to any of their components. Also, for some vitamin complexes there are age restrictions, so before giving the drug to a child, you need to make sure that such an additive does not harm at his age.
Why do they improve vision?
The use of vitamin supplements that affect the eyes have the following effects:
- Improvement of the condition of the mucous membrane of the eyes, resulting in reduced tearing.
- Improving blood circulation in the eyes and brain tissues.
- Improving visual acuity.
- Improving night sleep.
Impact with myopia
The use of vitamin complexes can stop the progression of such visual impairment, as well as strengthen the eyes. If measures against myopia, such as special exercises and correction with glasses, are supplemented with vitamin therapy, vision will be maintained at the same level or even improve.
Vitamin complexes with blueberry extract are considered especially effective against myopia.
Influence with hyperopia
Children with farsightedness are prescribed to wear glasses, lenses or have surgery, but this does not exclude recommendations to take vitamins that affect the eyes. With such visual impairment, vitamin products will have a positive effect on eye health and improve the quality of vision.
Complexes that contain not only vitamins, but also minerals (selenium, zinc, potassium), carotenoids and blueberries have proven themselves well for hyperopia.
Kinds
Preparations that contain vitamins and minerals valuable for vision are presented in different forms of release:
- Drops for topical use. They are recommended only for prophylaxis, since they do not penetrate deeply into the tissues of the organ of vision.
- Powders for solution preparation.
- Syrups.
- Gels.
- Capsules.
- Pills. For children 3 years old, 5 years old or 6 years old, they can be chewable, and for an older age (7 years and older), vitamins are presented in coated tablets.
Proper nutrition as an alternative
A balanced diet can provide enough vitamins important for a child's eyesight. The food of children should contain:
- Sources of Vitamin A - butter, egg yolks, cream, milk, carrots.
- Sources of ascorbic acid - any fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Sources of B vitamins - vegetables, wheat, nuts, lettuce, dates, grapes, blueberries.
- Sources of potassium - potatoes, dried fruits, milk, fish.
Review of popular ones and how to choose the best ones?
Vitamin complexes that strengthen the eyes are advised to be given to children twice a year - in autumn (late October and November) and early spring (March), when the load on the organ of vision increases and the vitamin content in food decreases.
Vitamins for the eyes for children contain vitamins necessary for good vision, presented in safe dosages. However, it is still better to consult with your pediatrician regarding the preferable complex for your child, even if you are choosing vitamins for a child 8 years old, 9 years old, 10 years old or older.
Here are the most common eye vitamins you can give your child:
For information on what vitamins and foods are necessary for those who care about vision, see the program "On the most important thing."
Reviews
The most positive reviews from parents are noted for Vitrum Vision. Almost everyone emphasizes that this complex has a good effect on vision, and age restriction is called its only drawback.
Most often, vitamins for the eyes are taken when there are already any eye problems. In such cases, vitamin therapy is only one of the measures prescribed by the doctor, and the parents' reviews are very different. Against the background of positive reviews, when a good effect is noted, there are also many neutral ones when they do not see any effect.
Prevention of visual impairment
Remember that in addition to a lack of vitamins, deterioration of vision can be caused by eye strain, too bright light, and frequent inflammatory eye diseases.
In order to prevent vision problems, it is advised:
- Make sure that the load on the eyes is not too long - no longer than 20 minutes, after which the eyes should be allowed to rest.
- Pay attention to good lighting on the child's desktop.
- Make sure that the child walks and plays outdoor games every day.
- Avoid focusing your eyes on the TV screen or monitor for too long.
- Pay attention to good nutrition for the child.
- Protect children from eye infections.
- Wear safety glasses on a sunny day.
See the GuberniaTV show about why children's eyesight deteriorates.
