The Most Beneficial Foods for Eye Health
Drinking plenty of water, eating nutrient-rich foods, and exercising can improve our lives and increase health benefits. Eye health is also supported through these same activities. Regularly consuming specific vitamins and nutrients can prevent or delay sight-threatening eye conditions and diseases which include macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma. Fish: omega-3 fatty acids are present in… Read more
Computer Vision Syndrome Signs and Remedies
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many people to work from home or remotely. As a direct result, the use of computers, tablets, phones, and other electronic devices has risen dramatically. A condition called Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) can be caused by excessive screen time. Also known as digital/computer eye strain, this phenomenon occurs when the eyes… Read more
Macular Degeneration Effects Reduced by Brain Stimulation
The University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry found that brain stimulation can assist in recovery of vision in people with macular degeneration. A single 20-minute session of non-invasive visual cortex stimulation resulted in improved effects in macular degeneration patients. Peripheral vision is relied on heavily by people who suffer from macular degeneration, as they often… Read more
What to Expect Before, During, and After LASIK Surgery
LASIK is the most common laser eye surgery to treat myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness), and astigmatism. If you are tired of wearing contacts or glasses, a simple consultation with a Lasik surgeon can determine if you are the right candidate for Lasik surgery. If, after an evaluation, it is determined that LASIK is not a… Read more
The Truth About Cataracts
According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are one of the leading eye health issues that can cause blindness, affecting roughly 65.2 million people worldwide. Cataracts are relatively simple to treat surgically in developed countries, but in others, eye care is minimal. The increase in our life expectancy has also uninhibited the growth of cataracts… Read more
How Expensive Is LASIK?
Choosing a procedure such as LASIK comes with many questions and concerns that should be considered carefully. It is essential to consult with a LASIK surgeon and be sure that you are a good candidate for the surgery. A lingering question in your mind, of course, will be, “How much does LASIK cost?” In 2019,… Read more
Living With Cataracts
As we grow older our bodies deteriorate over time, and our eyes are not excluded from this. While not everybody has perfect eyesight from birth, everybody’s eyesight gets worse as we approach the twilight years of our lives, despite routine eye checkups with optometrists. One of the most common forms of eye deterioration is cataracts.… Read more
Eye Exams 101
In the world of health priorities, our eyes seem to be on the lower end of that spectrum. We focus mostly on our bodies, then our teeth, but making sure our eyes are as healthy as the rest of our body usually comes out as nothing more than a “I’ll keep an eye on it”… Read more
Being a Canidate For LASIK
LASIK is a type of refractive eye surgery that eliminates dependency on corrective lenses. It is, however, not the right decision for everyone. It is important to determine if you are a good candidate for LASIK and that you weigh the decision to have the procedure before scheduling your surgery. Are you tired of wearing… Read more
Preparing for Cataract Surgery
Have you noticed that your vision has started to get a bit cloudy? As you notice this occurrence it is important to speak with your eye doctor as you may be developing a cataract in your eye. When you are diagnosed with a cataract your eye doctor will often recommend surgery to remove the lens… Read more