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Seasonal Affective Disorder and Eyesight

A woman in her twenties sitting on a window sill looking depressed as she looks at the snow on the ground outside.

Changing seasons can bring about a lot of excitement. It’s always fun to pull out those cozy sweaters, anticipate ski trips, and even just enjoy cozy movies on the couch as it snows outside. However, transitioning into the colder months has its drawbacks, too, and for some more than others. This is because the further […]

Can Your Eyes Get Sunburned?

Woman sitting in a grassy field, blocking sunlight from her eyes.

Most people are now aware of the risks associated with sun exposure to their skin. Gone are the days of using baby oil to enhance a tan or skipping sunscreen altogether – most people understand that lathering up is a non-negotiable for a summer day spent outside. But have you ever wondered, “Can your eyes […]

Tips to Protect Your Vision in Middle Age (40-60-Year-Olds)

Don’t Have a Mid-life Eye Crisis: 6 Tips to Protect Your Vision in Middle Age

Nearly every commercial you see on TV these days advertises something to make you look younger. They make it seem like aging is the worst. Our hair will turn gray or fall out, our joints will stiffen, our backs will ache, and worst of all, our eyesight will fade. But this doesn’t have to be […]

Top 3 Dangers to Your Eyesight

Top 3 Dangers to Your Eyesight

Let’s be honest: no one is perfect. Whether it’s going to bed just a little too late or saying yes to that daily donut in the breakroom, it can be hard to make the best choices 100 percent of the time. The same goes for choices that impact our vision.  We eat junk food, we […]

Improve Your Vision and Improve Your Life

Improve Your Vision and Improve Your Life

The beginning of the year often brings with it lists of goals for self-improvement. We often work on getting to the gym more often or cutting unhealthy foods from our diets. However, how often do we think about what we can do to improve our vision? While getting more sleep and getting our steps in […]

Vision Solutions for 30s and Under

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Not many people think about their vision in their 20s and 30s. After all, these are the ages where we focus on building our careers and starting families. We may be in tune with keeping our bodies healthy overall through going to the gym and eating well, but our eye health may not be on […]

Winter Eye Care: Tips to Beat the Harsh Weather

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If you’ve noticed some minor changes in your eye comfort, or even your vision, over the past few months, you’re not alone. With dropping temperatures comes one of the most common eye issues: dry eye. Luckily, there are many things you can do to take care of your eyes during the winter months. Keep reading […]

Why Your Eyes Need Vitamin D and Where to Get It

Why Your Eyes Need Vitamin D and Where to Get It

We all know that vitamin D is for our eyes, bones, and heart. Having a deficiency can lead to many types of cancers as well as eye conditions. When we think about nutrients for eye health, we often jump to beta-carotene. But, vitamin D is incredibly necessary for eye health and strong vision. Despite its […]

About the Author

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Tyler Sorensen is the President and CEO of Rebuild Your Vision. Formerly, Tyler studied Aeronautics (just like his brother) with the dream of becoming an airline pilot, however, after 9/11 his career path changed. After graduating top of his class with a Bachelor of Science in Informational Technologies and Administrative Management, he joined Rebuild Your Vision in 2002. With the guidance of many eye care professionals, including Behavioral Optometrists, Optometrists (O.D.), and Ophthalmologists (Eye M.D.), Tyler has spent nearly two decades studying the inner workings of the eye and conducting research.

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