Condition Spotlight
Nearly 60% of Americans require vision correction by the time they reach adulthood, but standard treatments such as corrective lenses or surgery may in fact contribute to further visual impairment. Fortunately, many vision problems can be prevented or treated through the use of nutrition, eye exercises, behavioral optometry, biofeedback, Ayurvedic medicine, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Back-to-school season may seem more challenging than ever this year. Whether our children will be learning in school, virtually or a hybrid of both, one of the most important, yet often overlooked necessities for learning Read More
If you have never been to a specialist for an eye exam or you never visited the ophthalmologist before, then you may be concerned about going to get an examination. You might have some questions Read More
Summer often means long hours in the sun. We all are aware of the dangers that UV rays cause to our skin, and we make a lot of effort to protect it from that, but Read More
Do your children watch a lot of television or spend a lot of time in front of digital devices like computers, tablets, and smart phones? Do they tend to experience headaches, neck/shoulder pain, eye strain, Read More
Older adults with cataracts are more likely to have symptoms of depression, reports a study an issue of Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry. The link between cataracts and Read More
Vision plays an integral role in shaping a child’s social, cognitive, and physical development. Unfortunately, one in every five children in the United States has a vision disorder. Uncorrected eye problems can severely hamper a Read More
Eye Exams Eye exams can help you maintain good eye health and determine if you need to take further measures to avoid visual impairment. They can help you figure out if you need contacts or Read More
Do you need a LASIK eye surgery for vision correction? Are you ready for this procedure? Just like any other surgery, you have to prepare yourself for LASIK. Lasik surgery is beneficial for average eyeglass Read More
Eye health is often taken for granted. Today’s holistically trained healthcare providers and ophthalmologists believe that properly maintaining the marvelous phenomenon of eyesight requires taking into consideration genetics, diet, toxin exposures, life environments and our belief systems.
Viewing the condition of the eyes as a reflection of whole body health means that lifestyle and diet choices play major roles. In general, a diet high in beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, and sulfur-bearing amino acids can be helpful. Foods containing such nutrients include garlic, onions, beans, spinach, celery, turnips, yellow and orange vegetables, green leafy vegetables, seaweed, apples, oranges and tomatoes.
