Which lifestyle factors are to be avoided in relation to glaucoma?

• A. Regular exercise
• B. Coffee, sedentary lifestyle
• C. Moderate caffeine
• D. High-protein diet

Answer: (B)

Glaucoma risk is influenced by factors that affect eye pressure and the blood flow to the optic nerve. Coffee contains caffeine, which can cause a temporary rise in intraocular pressure. Repeated spikes in pressure, especially in people predisposed to glaucoma, can contribute to stress on the optic nerve. A sedentary lifestyle also harms vascular health and reduces ocular perfusion, potentially worsening glaucoma progression. In contrast, regular exercise tends to lower intraocular pressure and improve blood flow to the eye, making it protective. Moderate caffeine intake is not categorically avoided, and there isn’t a strong, consistent link between a high-protein diet and glaucoma. So, avoiding coffee and a sedentary lifestyle aligns with minimizing glaucoma-related risk.