Lemons are a citrus fruit that originates from Southeast Asia. In addition to eating lemons, some people use lemon juice as a way to treat health conditions. These fruits contain many nutrients, including vitamin C, an antioxidant that may provide health benefits, including potential protection for your eyes.
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Iron has many functions in your body, such as moving oxygen and regulating the growth of your cells. Some people experience iron deficiency, and low levels of iron can lead to tiredness, poor immune system function and slow mental function.
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Vitamin B-12 is a nutrient your body requires for proper function. Among the many roles of B-12, this vitamin helps form your red blood cells and aids in your neurological processes, explains the Office of Dietary Supplements of the National Institutes of Health.
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Vitreous humor is the fluid that fills the back section of your eye. This thick, gel-like substance helps your eye maintain shape and also helps protect the structures within the eye. As you age, the vitreous may break down and clump together.
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Retinal tissue at the back of your eye sends signals to your brain that allow you to see. Many blood vessels feed the retina. If a retinal vessel breaks, fluid can build up under the retina, a condition known as central serous retinopathy. For many people, the condition clears without treatment.
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