Good nutrition is important to keep your eyes healthy. Researchers have linked two very important eye nutrients that play a key role in healthy vision. Lutein (LOO-teen) and Zeaxanthin (zee-ah-ZAN-thin), both are potent antioxidants and are best known for protecting your eyes and may reduce your risk for macular degeneration and cataracts. […]
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LIGHT SENSITIVITY
Light sensitivity is also called photophobia. It is a common experience with many underlying causes. The broad term covers many kinds of discomfort in bright light, ranging from trouble adjusting to brighter light to pain in the eyes. People who have light-colored eyes may be more prone to light sensitivity than those with dark eyes. If you […]
Continue readingTHE CAUSES OF COLOR BLINDNESS
Color blindness is an uncommon visual issue that is most often linked to a genetic cause. It affects 1 in 12 men. The most common form of color blindness is red/green blindness, with blue/yellow being the second most common. Achromatopsia, or total color blindness, is extremely rare. Most people who are color blind have this […]
Continue readingWhat is Hyperopia: How to Tell if You’re Farsighted
Hyperopia, or farsightedness, is a common vision condition where distant objects are seen clearly, but close objects appear blurry. This happens when light entering the eye focuses behind the retina instead of directly on it. In this blog, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for hyperopia, as well as some tips for […]
Continue readingWhat Are the Benefits of Polarized Sunglasses?
Polarized sunglasses always have been very popular among people who spend a lot of time near water. And for good reason — polarized lenses block glare from light reflecting off the surface of the water better than any other types of sunglass lenses. But sunglasses aren’t just for people who love boating, fishing or going to […]
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