Clik here to view.
5 Steps to Help Prevent Macular Degeneration
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...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How High-Sugar Foods Affect Your Eyesight
Eating a lot of high-sugar foods can have detrimental effects on the body. I know, shocking, isn’t it?! Mainly, eating too much sugar will cause metabolic dysfunction. Metabolic dysfunction can cause...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Omega Fatty Acids and Eye Health
I know what you are 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,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Do Contact Lenses Come with Potential Health Risks?
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....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Is There a Connection Between Cholesterol and Cataracts?
Everyone knows that cholesterol is bad for the overall health of the body. High cholesterol levels can contribute to the development of atherosclerosis (the hardening and narrowing of the arteries)....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Can LASIK Eye Surgery Cure Glaucoma?
There’s a reason glaucoma has the reputation of being the “sneak thief of sight,” as the loss of vision typically occurs over a long period. And, it’s often only detected when the disease has already...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Regular Cardio Can Strengthen Eyes and Vision
When some people hear the word ‘exercise,’ they cringe – probably because some view it as a chore that is as awful as scrubbing a toilet. Others have that reaction because they know that it’s something...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Better Vision Can Lead to a Longer Life
Let’s face it: most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about when they will die. Most of us also have the goal of living as long as possible. When we’re young and healthy, we tend not to worry...
View ArticleClik here to view.
New Hope for Elderly People with Eye Diseases
We can lie all we want about our ages and buy all the anti-wrinkle cream in the world, but the truth remains: we all age. Every living creature since the beginning of time has aged. It’s just the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
What Is Visual Acuity?
We’ve all seen those ads from eye glass companies selling not only stylish prescription glasses but also the promise of 20/20 vision. This has led to the widely accepted notion that 20/20 is the best...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Comprehensive Eye Exam vs. Regular Eye Exam
Understanding your vision and pinpointing the problems can be somewhat of a challenge at times. What can sometimes be even more confusing is knowing what kind of eye exam to get: a comprehensive one or...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Natural Ways to Lower Eye Pressure
If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma or high pressure in your eyes, you’re not alone; glaucoma is, unfortunately, a very common eye disease that affects the aging population. About three million...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best Eye Vitamins for Glaucoma
As we get older, there is a myriad of diseases we have to worry about that could affect any area of our bodies. That’s why we go to the doctor, get regular lab work done, and pay attention to how our...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Are Blue-Eyed People More at Risk of Eye Diseases?
You may have heard that if you have blue eyes, you’re at a higher risk of developing eye diseases. It doesn’t seem fair – after all, you have no control over what color of eyes you were born with....
View ArticleClik here to view.
5 Steps to Help Prevent Macular Degeneration
Did you know that 19.8 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...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How High-Sugar Foods Affect Your Eyesight
Eating a lot of high-sugar foods can have detrimental effects on the body. I know, shocking, isn’t it?! Mainly, eating too much sugar will cause metabolic dysfunction. Metabolic dysfunction can cause...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Omega Fatty Acids and Eye Health
Omega fatty acids are all the rage in the health sphere. They are known to help with joint health, hair, skin, and nails, and even brain function. But what about your eyes? Just how do Omega fatty...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Do Contact Lenses Come with Potential Health Risks?
If you need corrective eyewear to see properly, chances are, you have contact lenses. It’s the lens of choice both for cosmetic and practical reasons. Some people don’t like the look of glasses, while...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Is There a Connection Between Cholesterol and Cataracts?
High cholesterol is one health issue most people have some sort of connection to. With dietary patterns being what they are these days, many people will suffer from elevated cholesterol levels in their...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Can LASIK Eye Surgery Cure Glaucoma?
There’s a reason glaucoma has the reputation of being the “sneak thief of sight,” as the loss of vision typically occurs over a long period. And, it’s often only detected when the disease has already...
View Article