Cataracts are common, but treatment is very effective. Cataracts are a relatively normal part of the aging process. Symptoms can include blurred vision, faded colors, glare, reduced night vision, and double vision. Cataracts are associated with exposure to UV rays or radiation therapy, such as cancer treatment. Taking certain medications like prednisone can also [...]
The leading cuase of Blindness after 60 After age 60, macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness. Macular degeneration occurs when eye tissue degenerates, causing blurriness or loss of vision in the central part of the eye. There are two forms of macular degeneration: wet and dry. If vision loss is caused by [...]
Eating well is the No. 1 way to take care of your eyes. What should your eye-healthy plate look like? Pretty much like any good, healthy meal. Start with a big spinach or kale salad topped with brightly-colored vegetables. Green leafy vegetables provide the nutrients lutein and zeaxanthin, shown to help reduce risk for [...]
You may find your computer screen too bright or too dim for comfort, or maybe you have to work to read a tiny font. Just play with your settings—with a little experimentation, you may find a more comfortable option. TAKE A BREAK You can’t get away from your computer, but your eyes still need [...]
HEALTHY EYE HABITS If your eyes are struggling, you’ll need to make some changes. The most obvious change is to cut down on your screen use, especially in the hour or two before bedtime. However, if you work in front of a computer, you won’t be able to just quit your job. Try Colorimetry. [...]
Viewing computer screens for hours can affect more than your eyes. Most screens are backlit with blue light, which can interfere with your sleep cycle. A Boston, Massachusetts group of researchers did a study on the effects of reading on a tablet before bedtime versus reading a printed book before bed. The group that [...]
COMPUTER SCREENS AND YOUR EYES If your work involves heavy computer use, you may notice eye trouble. You’re not alone—at least 50 percent of those who work in front of a computer report eye issues, but the number may be closer to 90 percent. You may notice symptoms like: Blurry vision Dry, itchy, or [...]
Eye Healthy Sunset Gazpacho Recipe Load up on lutein and zeaxanthin, beta-carotene and vitamin E with this refreshing cold soup made of our favorite orange vegetables. Perfect for a cocktail party. The soup also contains Vidalia onions, which are rich in vitamin C. Despite the egg garnish, this recipe contains very little fat or [...]
Recipes For Healthy Eyes Ok now that we've got January crazy diet month out of the way, here's a month of some tasty recipes good for your body and eyes. Eye Healthy Roasted Salmon With Melon Salsa Recipe Eating fish is important to the health of your eyes because fish contain the omega-3 fatty [...]
Ok now that we've got January crazy diet month out of the way, here's a month of some tasty recipes good for your body and eyes. Eye Healthy Orange Pepper, Spinach And Sundried Tomato Frittata Recipe Parents, tell your children to eat orange peppers for their eye health! This versatile vegetable is a great [...]
