As you grow older, your eyes are more prone to diseases such as cataracts and glaucoma.

The U.S. National Institute on Aging suggests how to keep your eyes healthier:

• Wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and a don a hat with a wide brim when you are outside.
• Stop smoking.
• Eat eye-healthy foods.
• Maintain ahealthy weight and get enough exercise.
• Strive for normalblood pressure.
• If you have diabetes, keep it under control.
• Prevent eye strain by looking away from your computer every 20 minutes.

Source: HealthDay

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