Vision Conditions and Diseases

Did you know that 13 million Americans suffer from age-related macular degeneration? The baby boomer generation is beginning to age so this number will continue to rise. But the good news is there are things you can be doing to prevent macular degeneration. Some early signs of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are unexplained shadowy areas, […]

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a now-famous enemy of the modern workforce. However, there’s another contender running for first place. If you haven’t yet heard of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) or digital eye strain, you soon will. Although less severe than Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, CVS is the most common computer-related injury today. As defined by the […]

Sadly, most of us will experience a decrease in vision as we age. As our body ages, some key functions lose strength and agility. Skin gets wrinkly, bladders get weaker, and the vision less clear. Plus, various eye diseases are more common among older people. Developing difficulty seeing is just one more sign that we […]

Different colored irises are a fairly common occurrence in animals, but a rather rare disease in humans. Heterochromia iridis is a unique eye condition that affects the iris of the eye, where the two irises differ in color. For example, one eye could be blue while the other brown. Actress Mila Kunis is one rare […]

Let’s get some bad news out of the way first. If you have eyes, you are at risk of developing cataracts at some point in your life. It’s a natural part of aging. Your eyes become overused and tired. But this doesn’t have to be a metaphorical death sentence for your eyesight. The good news […]

Macular degeneration takes the lead as the biggest cause of vision loss in America. However, Glaucoma is definitely in second place. While there is almost nothing that can be done about macular degeneration, there is hope for those suffering from glaucoma. And, for those at risk for developing glaucoma. Here are a few things you […]

Bored? Here, try this color vision game. How’d it go? If it went poorly, don’t let the fact that you’re more mole than hawk get you down. It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re color blind. This particular eye test isn’t exactly rigorously clinical. It’s also a better test of color blindness and sensitivity than it is […]

No doubt about it, we’re well into the digital age. More people than ever have computers, smartphones and tablets. And, because of that, more people than ever report having vision problems related to too much screen time, like computer vision. Nearly all are connected to the internet. In many ways, this is a positive development. […]

Here at Rebuild Your Vision, we believe that you can improve your vision and protect your eye health through natural methods. It’s amazing how getting a nutrient-rich diet, staying active, and getting regular checkups can impact your sight. Many people take the shortcut to clear vision by getting glasses, contact lenses, or even surgery. While […]

Night driving can be a tricky prospect for even the most keen-eyed among us. Other cars move quickly and road conditions are unpredictable. Both of those conditions are exacerbated by low light levels. Difficult as it is under normal conditions, night driving becomes downright dangerous for people suffering from conditions that damage their night vision. […]

The future is truly now. Technology is advancing at speeds we can hardly keep up with. With a new iPhone being released every six months, and three-dimensional printers being used in hospitals to print body parts and organs, it isn’t hard to imagine that a new cure for cataracts is on the horizon in the […]