A healthy diet isn’t only important to have a healthy body; what you eat also affects your vision. These articles delve into the eye health benefits and risks of our daily diets. From the foods highest in vision improving nutrients, minerals, and vitamins, to the eyesight-hindering highly processed foods that are so convenient, we talk about what you should and shouldn’t consume if you want to keep your eyes and vision healthy.
Summer is here! I bet you’re all looking forward to long, hot, sunny days, lazing around the pool, hanging out in the backyard or park and of course, barbecues! Summertime cuisine is quite possibly the best of the year, I mean come on, hamburgers, every kind of salad imaginable, ice cream, crazy colorful and tasty fruits […]
You may have heard before that drinking coffee is bad for you, mainly because of the caffeine that it contains. You may have even told your teenage kids they couldn’t drink coffee because it would stunt their growth, which is something most parents probably say. But recent studies show that drinking coffee can actually have […]
We’re always looking for new ways to boost the health of our eyes, or watching out for lifestyle habits that can either negatively or positively impact vision. It’s a fairly well-known fact that the occasional glass of red wine is good for the heart, so what else is an occasional drink good for? Could it […]
Two million individuals in the United States aged 50 years and older suffer from age-related macular degeneration. It is one of the primary factors responsible for destroying vision in middle age, and too few people take action to stop or prevent the process. The fact is that while aging (and aging of your eyes) cannot […]
There can be several underlying causes for blurry vision at night. One of the best ways to address the problem is to first find out why you are experiencing the blurry vision. It could be cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, myopia, astigmatism or some other eye ailment. After learning the underlying cause, it is easier to address […]
‘Tis the season to gather and celebrate. Christmas is a great time of celebration… and food! A time to ignore the diet and just enjoy the many treats and feasts that go with the holiday; after all, we can always make up for it when it comes time for the New Year’s resolution, right? But, […]
I know what you are thinking – fatty acids? How can that be any good for my health or my eyes? Contrary to common beliefs, some fat is actually necessary for you to be healthy – this goes for your eyes, too! As we’ve discussed before, there is such a thing as good fat, and […]
In recent years, obesity has been a huge problem for many developed nations. As the years go by, obesity rates seem to keep climbing, as well as the amount of certain diseases, such as heart disease. While it is clear there are obesity issues in many parts of the world, did you know that being […]
As you age, your eyes will begin to deteriorate, causing your vision to become impaired. However, when you implement an array of vitamin supplements for the eyes, they can help to slow the deterioration process and restore good health. Many of the vitamins that promote eye health also have antioxidants that will work to improve […]
Just like cars that need oil, our bodies are intricate machines that need fatty acids to run well. Yes, you heard me right, this is one fat that is not only good for your body, it is essential for your body to work the way it is supposed too. Omega-3s are one of these needed […]
Today I want to highlight some amazing information which could aid your vision and improve your night vision. As we age, the incidence of eye problems increases dramatically due to free-radical damage. Contributing factors include smoking, poor nutrition and exposure to ultraviolet light. You may be wondering at this point what exactly free-radicals are. Oxidation […]
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