Macular degeneration is unfortunately on the rise in the U.S., and likely across the globe. This is largely due to the fact that our population is aging, and this disease is pretty much inevitable as our bodies age. In fact, it is estimated that nearly 20 million U.S. adults live with some form of macular […]
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 […]
Food is our first defense against nearly any ailment. That’s especially true for your vision. Whether you get your necessary eye nutrients from supplements like our Rebuild Your Vision Ocu-Plus Formula or not, you should definitely incorporate these three vegetables into your weekly menus in order to promote good vision for years to come. Eating […]
Lutein and zeaxanthin are the power couple of the eye nutrient world. Here at Rebuild Your Vision, we talk about these nutrients fairly often. They are essential to maintain your vision and prevent certain diseases like cataracts and macular degeneration. Because these nutrients are already found in the retina of the eye, keeping the levels […]
We talk a lot about age-related macular degeneration (AMD) here at Rebuild Your Vision, and for good reason. Nearly 20 million people in the U.S. suffer from AMD. By 2050, this number will double. AMD is one of the primary factors responsible for destroying vision in middle age, and too few people take action to […]
So, how often should you take your vitamins? You’d think it’d be an easy question to answer. Many of us are so used to hearing about “daily multivitamins” that we take the one pill per day rate as a given. And while that often isn’t a bad place to start, it still is a simple […]
Wine anyone? For once, one of our bad habits may actually benefit our eyes. Red wine, taken in moderation, contains quercetin, which is a strong antioxidant. You don’t drink? Apples, grapes, cherries, oranges, and onions also contain quercetin. Macular degeneration can be prevented or slowed by this extraordinary antioxidant. Consider adding a glass of red […]
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 […]
It’s no secret that we spend more time in the dark these days. Especially if you live in the north, it’s much more difficult to leave work before the sun sets. As winter deepens, we all start turning our porch lights on earlier. However, even that extra bit of artificial light may not be enough […]
Here at Rebuild Your Vision, we talk about cataracts a lot. As you know by now, cataracts are not a disease to put on the back burner and worry about later. Yes, over half of all Americans over 80 years old have this disease. However, it also affects younger adults, especially those who fall into […]
