The majority of Americans have some sort of vision problem. Fortunately, a naturally effective way to make our eyes see better and avoid disease does exist. Eating right can help eyes to be their absolute best. Eyes benefit from certain nutrients found in the right foods. Eating right can even help to strengthen vision. Eating … Read more
The rising trend of “green” healthcare has a DIY cure for everything. From ear infections to lack of energy, there’s a natural and effective way to treat almost anything. But did you know that there’s a natural way to improve your eyesight? It sounds suspicious, but it can work. With proper relaxation, training and nutrition, … Read more
Father Time is more kind to some and less kind to others. One thing’s for sure: all bodies age at some point. And the eyes are no exception. Aging definitely has an impact on eyesight – vision can grow weaker with age. As adults reach their 60s and older, some normal conditions and some diseases … Read more
Nothing is more beautiful than the sun peeking up from behind snow-covered peaks. The air is crisp, the powder is fresh, and the slopes are ready. But are your eyes ready? If you participate in winter sports, you undoubtedly check your equipment and your clothing several times before heading out. One of the essentials for … Read more
Eyes can tell you a lot about a person’s character. And as it turns out, they can also tell you a lot about a person’s cholesterol, too. High cholesterol certainly isn’t a good thing. Too much cholesterol can adversely affect the heart and circulatory system and it can also spell trouble for your eyes. It … Read more
Whenever dirt or sand gets into our eyes, it seems like we tear up, blink a few times, and the nuisance is gone. While small foreign objects are easily flushed by the eye’s natural responses, larger objects might be more difficult to manage. Foreign objects in the eye can be painful and alarming. Knowing how … Read more
Shielding our body from the cold is a big deal during wintertime. We cover up nearly every part of our body, from our neck to our toes, in an attempt to battle cold weather worries. However, a part that most of us forget is our eyes. They are particularly prone to issues caused by the … Read more
“Don’t cross your eyes or they’ll stay that way!” “Don’t sit too close to the TV because you’re hurting your eyes!” “Turn a light on to read, or you’re going to make yourself go blind!” Everyone has believed these things at one time or another. And though people get older and wiser, it seems that … Read more
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is called the silent killer. This is because it often goes untreated and undiagnosed in many people. Left untreated, it can cause damage to the heart, the lungs, and the circulatory system. So what does this condition mean for your eyes? According to the American Heart Association, there are… Three … Read more
An injury to the eye can be pretty daunting. After all, vision is important, and you only have one pair of eyes. Some injuries are caused by everyday activities, like shampoo getting in the eyes, and are considered minor, while some injuries, like taking a speeding hockey puck to the eye, can be far more … Read more