In such a technology-driven world, it makes sense that many people work with computers every day. But the numbers are actually a little surprising. In a recent study, Microsoft found that the average worker spends seven hours a day in front of the computer. That’s more time than many people sleep. The real issue is […]
It’s no secret that fruit and vegetables are good for you because of their many beneficial nutrients. But did you know that produce that is locally grown is even better for you than what you may typically find in the supermarket? Not just better for your overall health, but a local diet even has major […]
Most people would probably agree that there just aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done. With work and taking care of the kids to making dinner and cleaning the house to running errands and paying bills, it’s no wonder so many people walk around feeling like zombies all day. There’s just not […]
Many people choose to wear contact lenses for cosmetic reasons while others choose to wear them for comfort reasons. No matter what the motive, contact lenses come with a unique set of health risks. Before you choose to wear contact lenses, make sure you are completely aware of the health risks that come along with […]
Eye problems are common as people age. Each year, thousands of people walk around without any type of vision correction. Many of them don’t even realize that they aren’t seeing as well as they should. Normally, eye problems are easy to spot in adults because adults are very vocal about their vision, unlike children and […]
The choices you make every day have an impact on your eyesight for years to come. Every day, we do things that are not healthy for our eyes. We eat junk food, we forget our sunglasses, and we continue habits that just aren’t good for us. Just by making better choices, we can prolong our […]
We are living in a time when it’s almost impossible for most people to avoid using digital devices, and therefore, eye strain. Right from young children to grownups, it seems almost everyone is using mobile devices and computers. It’s difficult to imagine any professional or student continuing with their profession or academic studies without using […]
I know what you’re thinking – fatty acids? How can fats 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 one perfect example is […]
Everyone knows that to maintain a healthy body you have to eat right and exercise. You must visit the doctor regularly and take prescribed medications correctly. Well, to maintain healthy eyes, a lot of the same things apply. If you want your eyes to stay strong and healthy, then you need to take care of […]
There’s a statistically decent chance that you’re actually reading this from an office. At the moment, office jobs are pretty standard for US employees, but here’s the thing. Your job might not be the best fit for your visual health. When many of us go to work in the morning, we’re cubicle-bound. And once we’re […]
