A person with cataract views the world as if through a dirty window or a windshield that needs defrosting. Glare becomes a serious problem. Color perception becomes muted. Reading, driving, computer work, hobbies, and athletics become less easy and eventually impossible due to diminished vision. Unfortunately there is no proven medical treatment to prevent, delay, or reverse the development of cataracts in adults.
Many medical agents are under investigation, but none have been proven absolutely effective.
There is evidence however that antioxidants, specifically vitamins A, C, and E may delay the development of cataracts. A cataract is a progressive clouding of the human lens inside the eye. When the lens becomes cloudy and interferes with vision, it is called a cataract. The lens no longer transmits or focuses light clearly. It is usually not a sign of eye or systemic disease.