If you’ve felt intensely tired for many months at a time, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that millions of people worldwide suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome, or CFS. However, the exact number is unknown because so many cases go undiagnosed. But what makes chronic fatigue syndrome different from just being tired? Well, it’s tiredness that […]
As the end of the year approaches, many healthy eating habits go out the window. From the endless string of holiday parties to the treats in the breakroom at work, it’s hard to say no to the things we would normally say no to in, say, January. And, this isn’t all bad. Food is meant […]
Blurry vision is one of the most frustrating issues a person can experience. This is in large part due to the fact that so many different conditions can cause blurry vision, so it’s hard to know what exactly is causing this symptom. In some cases, it’s something temporary, like fatigue or digital eye strain. In […]
Vitamin B12 is truly one of the building blocks of health. Our bodies use it to create red blood cells, synthesize DNA, and support critical functions in our nervous symptoms. But what is the role of B12 for your eyes? In the big world of nutrition, many people forget to think about how the nutrients […]
Astigmatism, or irregular curvature of the cornea, is a fairly common refractive error. According to the Cleveland Clinic, about one-third of the global population suffers from astigmatism. Even though most people have probably at least heard of this issue, few are aware that there are different astigmatism levels. As you might expect, these different levels […]
It’s no secret that the past decade has seen the rise of smartphone culture in the U.S. Eighty-four percent of Americans now own smartphones, to say nothing of the number that have computers and televisions as well. All those devices stack up to some serious screen time, and while that might be less than healthy […]
If you’re someone with low vision, you know how difficult it can be to travel. Many people with poor or low vision prefer to stick to their routines. And while that is great and can make life a lot easier, it can get a little discouraging being stuck in the same places all the time. […]
Let’s face it: life is full of stress. From work to family life to global events, daily life certainly takes its toll on our nervous systems. And, stress isn’t always bad, either! Sometimes we go through more stressful periods because of exciting life events, or because we are doing really worthwhile work at our jobs. […]
Stress is an unavoidable fact of life. Whether you’re experiencing stress from a project at school or work or due to a major life change, as soon as one cause of stress is under control, it seems like another one creeps up. Unfortunately, your body takes a lot of punches when you’re feeling stressed, especially […]
Blurry vision is a common symptom of vision that just isn’t quite up to snuff. Part of what makes blurry vision so frustrating, though, is that there are many different causes. Some people experience blurry vision every so often when they have a migraine. Others suffer from it more permanently due to issues like cataracts, […]
