Eye-Health Support Salad with Onions

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Intro

Although there is no one food that can miraculously restore vision, including a diet that is abundant in antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and E in your diet can help protect your eyes against dryness and disorders that are associated with aging. Onions contain quercetin — a compound that may help fight inflammation — and when paired with beta-carotene-rich carrots and leafy greens, you’ve got a tasty way to nourish your eyes naturally.

Ingredients

1 medium red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped

½ red or yellow bell pepper, sliced

½ orange or grapefruit, peeled and segmented

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice (vitamin C boost)

Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional: 1 tsp flaxseed or chia seeds for omega-3s

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the onion, spinach, and bell pepper.

Add the orange segments for natural sweetness and vitamin C.

Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.

Sprinkle flaxseed or chia seeds before serving.

Tips

Soak raw onion slices in cold water for 5 minutes to soften their sharp bite.

Eat this salad alongside a meal that includes healthy fats (like olive oil, nuts, or fish) to help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamin A.

Stay hydrated — dryness can also affect vision comfort.

Benefits

Onion: Source of quercetin, which supports blood-vessel health.

Spinach/Kale: Contain lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants linked with reduced risk of macular degeneration.

Precautions

Onion juice or extracts should never be put directly into the eyes — it can cause irritation or injury.

Dietary changes can support eye health but won’t replace regular eye exams or prescribed treatment.

If you experience blurred vision or discomfort, see an optometrist or ophthalmologist promptly.

Final Thoughts

Think of onions as a member of a group of foods that are good for your eyes, rather than as a single miracle worker. Regularly eating colorful vegetables, leafy greens, and omega-3 sources, combined with proper hydration and rest, keeps your eyes in their best shape naturally.