Impaired blood flow to the optic nerve in the eye is one factor that plays a role in causing glaucoma. Green leafy vegetables are high in nitrates, which form nitric oxide and is beneficial for blood flow to many tissues including the eye.
Greater intake of green leafy vegetables & dietary nitrate was associated with a 20-30% lower risk of glaucoma.
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