Antioxidants are substances that can the eyes from oxidative stress and age related diseases like AMD and cataracts.
Some of the most important antioxidants for eye health are lutein, zeaxanthin, vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, zinc, copper and astaxanthin.
Lutein and zeaxanthin are also known as natural sunglasses and blue blockers, as the neutralize the harmful effects of UV and blue light.