There is no guaranteed way to prevent cataracts completely, but certain lifestyle choices and medical measures can reduce risk or delay their development. Cataracts become more common with age, so long-term habits matter.
Lifestyle Measures
Protecting your eyes from ultraviolet light by wearing good-quality sunglasses and a brimmed hat is important. Not smoking, maintaining a healthy diet rich in antioxidants, and keeping alcohol intake moderate all support overall eye health.
- Control systemic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure
- Have regular eye examinations to detect early changes
- Avoid unnecessary long-term steroid use where possible
Medical Considerations
Careful management of diabetes and other systemic diseases helps slow cataract formation. If cataracts still develop and begin to affect daily life, cataract surgery provides effective treatment.
Further Information
The Blue Fin Vision® article dos and don’ts after cataract surgery explains how to protect the eyes once surgery is needed and completed.
