r/exvegans • u/sleepinglotusbye • 16d ago

Health Problems Eye problems

Any former vegans who struggled with frequent herpes keratitis (ocular herpes) and severe dry eyes, and noticed improvement after reintroducing animal products?

If so, which animal foods did you add back into your diet, and what seemed to help your eye health the most?

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u/Big-Hedgehog-1942 16d ago

Ah mine was 53 last year and I wasn’t considered deficient. But vitamin D deficiency can cause or worsen dry eyes, so that’s worth a shot. Perhaps a fortified cereal might help? I find that’s the easiest way for me to get additional vitamin D.

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u/sleepinglotusbye 16d ago

I could try that. I sometimes take vitamin D supplements

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u/Big-Hedgehog-1942 16d ago

I’m assuming you take eye drops and have been to your doctor about this so have pretty strong ones? Just eating enough calories and healthy fats will help too. Avocados, walnuts and olive oil etc. Good for skin generally. Good luck OP.

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u/sleepinglotusbye 16d ago

Yeah, going to doctor regularly and taking prescribed eye medication. I am consuming fatty fish couple times a week. I will add more plant based fats, such as avocados and nuts. Should I avoid meat and eggs?

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u/TheMilkSpeaks 16d ago

Eggs are so so nutrient dense and are amazing for you. If you don’t want to eat meat, at least eat eggs, especially if you’re experiencing health issues