Eye Health

I’m often stricken by the fact that too much or too little of a good thing can negatively impact our health. While you’ve probably guessed that sticking you nose in your smartphone could impact your vision—you likely didn’t know that hitting the books could also cause vision impairment. If you’ve recently experienced unexplained vision issues, […]

The American Optometric Association recommends a yearly eye exam for all adults. Do you know why? The eyes are literally windows to our overall health and wellness. Not only do they offer a bird’s eye view of basic vision health—gazing into your peepers presents a reflection of the arteries, nerves, and veins in the rest […]

Did you fall asleep in your make-up again—or worse, with your contact lenses in? According to optometrists, both are among the regular blunders that can ruin our vision and ocular health… 1. Overuse of Electronic Devices That electronic screen on your laptop, desktop, smartphone, tablet, television, and e-reader, if they emit a blue light backdrop […]

While tears are essential to lubricate and nourish the human eye—when your eyes are excessively watery, which occurs when the lacrimal glands located in your upper lids produce excess tears—it can indicate a deeper health issue. Here are eight common health reasons for overproduction of tears… 1. Damaged Tear Duct It makes sense to look […]

Have you heard of Computer Vision Syndrome (or CVS)? No, it’s not a futuristic love affair between humans and machines; it’s a very real form of eyestrain caused by consecutive hours in front of a computer screen. The good news is that you can avoid this affliction, and save yourself from the headachy, dry-eyed, gritty, […]

We do so much for our health—below the neck! We go for daily run to keep the pounds off our thighs, we eat fiber to ensure good digestion, and we get massages to soothe back pain. But what do we do that’s good for the health of our eyes? Here are eight eye-opening vision tips […]