Cataract Prevention

Prevention

Although there is no way to completely prevent cataracts, not smoking, consuming antioxidants (such as antioxidant vitamin supplements), and wearing a hat and UV-protected sunglasses when outdoors, may help. It is also important to get a comprehensive eye examination regularly. But since vision problems increase with age, if you are over age 60, you should have a comprehensive eye examination once a year.

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