CATARACTS – Just Old Eyes or Preventable?

Cataracts aren’t inevitable “aging”. Cataracts develop when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, usually from oxidative stress and inflammation over time. While they’re often labeled an “aging” issue, many factors speed them up—and addressing those can help prevent them from forming or getting worse.

Common root causes to consider:

• High blood sugar & frequent carb intake (glycation damages lens proteins)
  Glycation is when excess sugar in your blood sticks to proteins (like those in your eyes, skin, or blood vessels), forming harmful compounds called AGEs (advanced glycation end-products). These stiffen tissues, cause inflammation, and accelerate damage—think of it as sugar “caramelizing” your body from the inside, leading to cloudy lenses (cataracts), wrinkles, and other aging signs faster than normal.
• Oxidative stress from poor diet, toxins, or chronic inflammation
• Smoking (massive free radical load)
• Nutrient deficiencies (especially antioxidants that protect the lens)
• Dehydration & poor circulation

Lifestyle & diet ideas that help:

• Stabilize blood sugar with low-carb or keto eating—many see slower progression when insulin stays low and glycation drops.
• Load up on antioxidant-rich foods: leafy greens, berries, cruciferous veggies, citrus, nuts, and eggs for lutein/zeaxanthin/vitamin C/E.
• Stay hydrated and include healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, grass-fed butter/ghee) to support lens flexibility and reduce inflammation.
• Move daily—walking, rebounding, vibration plates, or light exercise improves oxygen delivery and circulation to the eyes.
• Support detoxification: intermittent fasting or longer overnight fasts gives cells a break to repair; chaga, turmeric, and good sleep help too.
• Consider targeted nutrients: astaxanthin (strong antioxidant that crosses into eye tissues), CoQ10, bilberry, or vitamin C—some people report clearer vision and slower clouding with consistent use.
• Quit or cut smoking—huge impact on lens health.
• Red light therapy— shows promise for reducing oxidative stress in eye tissues. 
• Chiropractic adjustments—to restore proper nerve supply to eyes. 

Reversing cataracts fully is rare once advanced (lens proteins don’t regenerate easily), but slowing or stabilizing them is very possible with consistent changes. Early-stage cases sometimes improve noticeably when oxidative load drops and nutrition improves. One friend took astaxanthin daily for months and her vision sharpened so much she no longer needed reading glasses (even though she didn’t have cataracts)—shows how powerful these supports can be.

Eye drops (e.g., like my DIY recipe found here: https://mohrhealthyliving.com/diy-eyedrops-msm-with-hyaluronic-acid/) may offer symptom relief by reducing inflammation or softening tissues, but they don’t undo systemic causes—think of them as a band-aid while you fix the “leaky roof” (diet/lifestyle). Consistency in whole-body changes gives the best shot at holding off surgery as long as possible. Your eyes are alive and responsive—treat them that  way!

Our ancestors didn’t have sunglasses, supplements, or excuses—they had sunlight, real food, and movement. Maybe that’s the real ‘anti-aging’ secret. Your eyes aren’t old… they’re just waiting for you to stop feeding them junk and start treating them like the VIPs they are!

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