Look into your eyes

Myth or hit? You've probably heard the old wives’ tale that carrots can help you see in the dark.

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Scientists agree that they can’t give you night vision, but the veg does contain beta-carotene, known to support eye health.

Feast for the eyes: A report for MacuShield suggests 26% of Brits aren't eating an eye-friendly diet. It suggests we need to be upping levels of foods like vitamin C-rich fruit, and oily fish like salmon and sardines.

Watch out! It’s a myth that watching too much TV will give you square eyes and there’s little evidence that too much screen time or sitting too close will cause permanent damage to your eyes. Nor does reading in dim light. However, the habits can cause eye strain, dry eyes and headaches.

IT'S officially National Eye Health Week, but how much attention do you pay to the state of your peepers?

We reveal everything you need to know about your eyes with our ultimate guide.

From conditions you can identify in these vital sensory organs, to how to look after them, JAMES MOORE reveals 15 eye-popping facts...