Most people take having dry eyes for granted. Dry eyes can come from being in a room or office setting where there isn't proper humidity. The air is just dry. Coupled with sitting in a bright room under fluorescent lights and having a computer monitor radiate back into your eyes. You have a recipe for dehydrated eyes. Sleeping in a room with lights or television on can also contribute to dry eye.
Dry eyes must be taken seriously. Ignoring the issue can lead to more serious eye health problems which relates to elevated eye pressures and even glaucoma. If you sleep in a dry room or work in a dry office space. It would be a good idea to add a cold mist humidifier to your environment. Walgreens even sells mini portable versions ( Sells between $20-$30) that you can stick a water bottle in and have a fine cool mist within seconds.
Liquid Tears should be used once to twice a day. If you have nothing, even taking a warm washcloth or paper towel moistened with cool water laid over your eyes can be therapeutic and refreshing. They say tea bags over the eye reduce wrinkles because of the antioxidants in black tea. Tea bags can also be hydrating. Cucumber slices can be hydrating and cooling over the eye lid.
There are natural supplements you can take to help improve eye health. Lutein helps maintain balance of eye health. Beta Carotene which is rich in Vitamin A also helps optimize eye health. This goes back to the old adage of moms encouraging their children to eat carrots for healthy eyes. Bilberry, researched in Germany, helps to strengthen the optic nerve and improves night vision.
My mother was diagnosed with cataracts in her right eye and glaucoma in the left eye. The eye pressures were greatly elevated in both eyes. In the eye with glaucoma the doctor administered a prescription for eye drops to reduce her pressure. There was nothing the doctor could do for the right eye. We needed to stave off cataract surgery.
I came across an older report about Edgar Cayce, who conducted a reading for an older woman with similar debilitating eye issues. He told her to place a shaved raw potato ( no skin) over each eye at night. Within a year and a half, her issues had cleared up.
For two weeks I placed shaved grated Idaho potato over her eyes at bedtime. Prior to this her pressure in the right eye was 19 and the left eye was 21. After two weeks we had her eye pressure tested. To my amazement, the right eye was reduced to 17 and the left eye to 18.
I tried placing the potato over my eye overnight. I have no serious eye issues, I just wanted to see how it felt. It felt very cool, clean and energized.
Potatoes also reduce eye bruising. At my regular breakfast spot, my waitress Candace, had an altercation with her boyfriend, he slugged her in the eye. She had a purple bruise around her eye. I told her about using a raw potato at night. When I saw her again a few days later, her bruise was almost completely gone. She said the potato worked great and it helped it to feel less inflamed and swollen.
My mom still needed improvement with her cataract issue. Upon extensive research I found homeopathic drops used to help improve the symptoms of Cataract eye. This homeopathic formula could safely be used in her right eye without any conflict to her medications. It is made by Similisan and called "Cataract Care". She has been using these drops for three years. Her eye pressure has reduced to 16 in her right eye and 15 in her left eye. She had been able to keep her Cataract surgery at bay thus far.
There is a protocol of natural eye drops to help with cataracts that contain N-Acetyl-L-Carnosine or NAC derivitave N- Acetyl Carnitine, beta-alanine and L-histidine. These can be researched online to see if they can be safely administered. They use the supplement grade in liquid form administered in a drop over the eye in lieu of placing the vitamins in your mouth. These supplements have had a researched effectiveness in diminishing the symptoms of glaucoma and cataract issues.
Always have your eye pressures examined at least 6 months apart to ensure progress in going in the right direction.
Friday, January 8, 2016
Treat Eye Naturally
Are you frequently suffering from sore eyes? Sore Eyes or eye redness are commonly caused by infections, allergies, dryness of the eyes, injuries or any other factors that can cause eye irritation. Swollen eyes are the worst types of sore eyes and must be treated immediately.
Other factors that can lead to this disease are lack of sleep, malnutrition and weak immune system. Unstable immune system will make the body susceptible to many known infections and allergies. This eye condition usually last several days, depending mainly on the way of treatment being applied by the patient.
Soreness can be a serious condition and can lead to various eye complications if not treated immediately. Ignoring this illness may lead to vision impairment or even blindness. To treat sore eyes naturally, below are some of the home remedies for this eye disease.
Avoid watching television
During sore eyes, it is important to rest your eyes instead of watching television for hours. Television or other multimedia gadgets can inflict stress to your ongoing eye condition and may result to the longevity of the disease.
Apply warm compress
Sore eyes especially if swollen, can be treated with warm compress to the affected area. It can relieve pain and will lessen the swelling. Always use a clean cloth and soak it into a warm water, squeeze it then apply.
Use eye drops
Eye drops are designed to treat redness and can sooth the eyes much faster. Eye drops are commonly used by many to prevent and treat any eye illnesses and irritations.
Consult your doctor
Once the eye symptoms persist for days, immediately see a physician for diagnosis and proper treatment. Give every details on when and how your eyes got sore and swollen. Every information helps in determining the cause and the treatment for your condition.
Apply cold tea bad
Chinese medicinal tradition, tea bags are used to cure this disease. Just pour clean water to the tea bad and leave it for a few minutes in the freezer but make sure that its not frozen. Apply gently to the affected area from time to time.
These are the natural home remedies for sore eyes. To prevent getting this illness, follow the following steps.
Isolate people with sore eyes
If one of your family have sore eyes, it is much better to isolate them because sore eyes can be contagious due to infections. Avoid people with sore eyes and do the same thing if you have the condition yourself.
Maintain a clean hygiene
Clean and better physical hygiene means a healthier body with strong immunity from bacteria, viruses and other infectious diseases.
Proper and healthy eating
Vegetables and fruits can give your body the needed nutrients and minerals to fight infections and diseases. Our eyes needs proper nutrients to maintain proper vision and avoid eye diseases.
Take a good rest
Too much work on the computer or watching television can give your eyes too much stress. Eye relaxation through napping or just closing your eyes for a few minutes can contribute to a healthier eyes.
Consider your environment
Your environment plays a vital role for your eye's health. Try to limit your exposure to too much pollution that can irritate your eyes. Work and live to a clean environment as much as possible.
Now you know the home remedies and how to naturally avoid and prevent sore eyes. Take these tips into consideration to have a good vision and healthy eyes for life!
Other factors that can lead to this disease are lack of sleep, malnutrition and weak immune system. Unstable immune system will make the body susceptible to many known infections and allergies. This eye condition usually last several days, depending mainly on the way of treatment being applied by the patient.
Soreness can be a serious condition and can lead to various eye complications if not treated immediately. Ignoring this illness may lead to vision impairment or even blindness. To treat sore eyes naturally, below are some of the home remedies for this eye disease.
Avoid watching television
During sore eyes, it is important to rest your eyes instead of watching television for hours. Television or other multimedia gadgets can inflict stress to your ongoing eye condition and may result to the longevity of the disease.
Apply warm compress
Sore eyes especially if swollen, can be treated with warm compress to the affected area. It can relieve pain and will lessen the swelling. Always use a clean cloth and soak it into a warm water, squeeze it then apply.
Use eye drops
Eye drops are designed to treat redness and can sooth the eyes much faster. Eye drops are commonly used by many to prevent and treat any eye illnesses and irritations.
Consult your doctor
Once the eye symptoms persist for days, immediately see a physician for diagnosis and proper treatment. Give every details on when and how your eyes got sore and swollen. Every information helps in determining the cause and the treatment for your condition.
Apply cold tea bad
Chinese medicinal tradition, tea bags are used to cure this disease. Just pour clean water to the tea bad and leave it for a few minutes in the freezer but make sure that its not frozen. Apply gently to the affected area from time to time.
These are the natural home remedies for sore eyes. To prevent getting this illness, follow the following steps.
Isolate people with sore eyes
If one of your family have sore eyes, it is much better to isolate them because sore eyes can be contagious due to infections. Avoid people with sore eyes and do the same thing if you have the condition yourself.
Maintain a clean hygiene
Clean and better physical hygiene means a healthier body with strong immunity from bacteria, viruses and other infectious diseases.
Proper and healthy eating
Vegetables and fruits can give your body the needed nutrients and minerals to fight infections and diseases. Our eyes needs proper nutrients to maintain proper vision and avoid eye diseases.
Take a good rest
Too much work on the computer or watching television can give your eyes too much stress. Eye relaxation through napping or just closing your eyes for a few minutes can contribute to a healthier eyes.
Consider your environment
Your environment plays a vital role for your eye's health. Try to limit your exposure to too much pollution that can irritate your eyes. Work and live to a clean environment as much as possible.
Now you know the home remedies and how to naturally avoid and prevent sore eyes. Take these tips into consideration to have a good vision and healthy eyes for life!
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Minimize Eye Problems
There's growing evidence that you can improve your eye health and reduce or eliminate vision problems with simple tips like eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise. I know healthy diets and exercise are being pushed by pretty much everyone who has anything to do with health and wellbeing these days, and now the eye doctors are getting in on the act too.
An Opticians' Study Into Eye Care
During a clinical research study in 1982, one of the subjects reported a nutrition-related experience that he had during the twenty-one-day experimental period. All the participants eliminated red meat, alcohol, sugar, dairy, and processed foods from their diets. They ate fresh fruits, vegetables, and a minimum of chicken and fish. The use of soy products, beans, and grains was also encouraged.
From the evidence cited in the documented results and communication with researchers around the world, it would appear that the ciliary (focusing) muscles are sensitive to fluctuations in blood-sugar levels. There's a case story of a fourteen-year-old girl who was learning to use natural vision-fitness, thus avoiding strong eyeglasses. Her natural vision-fitness was 76.5 percent. One day she arrived at the clinic, where they were conducting vision-fitness training and research, with a soda. Before she was able to drink her soda, they recorded her natural vision-fitness level with both eyes open. They then asked her to drink the soda. Within fifteen minutes, her vision-fitness dropped to 58.5 percent.
So Diet Can Affect Eye Health
These kinds of reports are common. The intake of certain foods by sensitive individuals seems to cause an allergic reaction that can be revealed in the functioning of the eyes. It would seem that these sugary and fatty foods trigger a chemical change that is recorded by the eyes.
The foods you eat may affect your vision as a result of the way other organs in your body react to your diet. If your heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys are forced to work overtime processing the food you eat, your eyes will suffer the consequences. For example, the liver purifies the blood before it carries nutrients to the different parts of the body. If you consume fatty foods, the liver has to overwork, and some remaining debris might end up in the blood that ultimately reaches the eyes. In a sense, the blood vessels and other parts in the eyes can be thought of as a dumping ground. The eyes can be only as healthy as the content and purity of the blood.
Exercise Can Prevent Poor Vision
Exercise, particularly aerobic, causes your heart to pump more blood through the various parts of the body. Consequently, the blood in the eyes is flushed, which stimulates the eyes. The nerves are then better able to send fast and accurate messages.
Over the years, many eye clinics have received numerous reports from patients about changes in their vision-fitness percentage while involved in aerobic activity. Long-distance runners report periods of intense clarity without lenses. Students already having natural 100 percent vision-fitness relate how much more they can retain while reading after an aerobic workout. Video-display-terminal operators who exercise at lunchtime experience less eyestrain by the end of the day compared to days when they don't exercise.
We've seen how the Bushman incorporates natural practices of good diet and exercise into his daily schedule. What about your own lifestyle? In the past you've probably been too busy doing to make room for similar practices in your routine. But what we've learned about vision-fitness makes it all the more important that you pay careful attention to the foods you choose to eat and that you set aside time to exercise.
If your eye health is particular bad, laser eye surgery may be a viable option for you, but you may also be able to help improve your vision with simple eye exercise and eye health management. Before you embark on the eye surgery route, make sure you understand the laser eye surgery risk [http://www.newlasereyetreatments.com/laser-eye-surgery-risks/], and the full cost of eye surgery at each laser eye clinic [http://www.newlasereyetreatments.com/laser-eye-center/] before you take the plunge.
An Opticians' Study Into Eye Care
During a clinical research study in 1982, one of the subjects reported a nutrition-related experience that he had during the twenty-one-day experimental period. All the participants eliminated red meat, alcohol, sugar, dairy, and processed foods from their diets. They ate fresh fruits, vegetables, and a minimum of chicken and fish. The use of soy products, beans, and grains was also encouraged.
From the evidence cited in the documented results and communication with researchers around the world, it would appear that the ciliary (focusing) muscles are sensitive to fluctuations in blood-sugar levels. There's a case story of a fourteen-year-old girl who was learning to use natural vision-fitness, thus avoiding strong eyeglasses. Her natural vision-fitness was 76.5 percent. One day she arrived at the clinic, where they were conducting vision-fitness training and research, with a soda. Before she was able to drink her soda, they recorded her natural vision-fitness level with both eyes open. They then asked her to drink the soda. Within fifteen minutes, her vision-fitness dropped to 58.5 percent.
So Diet Can Affect Eye Health
These kinds of reports are common. The intake of certain foods by sensitive individuals seems to cause an allergic reaction that can be revealed in the functioning of the eyes. It would seem that these sugary and fatty foods trigger a chemical change that is recorded by the eyes.
The foods you eat may affect your vision as a result of the way other organs in your body react to your diet. If your heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys are forced to work overtime processing the food you eat, your eyes will suffer the consequences. For example, the liver purifies the blood before it carries nutrients to the different parts of the body. If you consume fatty foods, the liver has to overwork, and some remaining debris might end up in the blood that ultimately reaches the eyes. In a sense, the blood vessels and other parts in the eyes can be thought of as a dumping ground. The eyes can be only as healthy as the content and purity of the blood.
Exercise Can Prevent Poor Vision
Exercise, particularly aerobic, causes your heart to pump more blood through the various parts of the body. Consequently, the blood in the eyes is flushed, which stimulates the eyes. The nerves are then better able to send fast and accurate messages.
Over the years, many eye clinics have received numerous reports from patients about changes in their vision-fitness percentage while involved in aerobic activity. Long-distance runners report periods of intense clarity without lenses. Students already having natural 100 percent vision-fitness relate how much more they can retain while reading after an aerobic workout. Video-display-terminal operators who exercise at lunchtime experience less eyestrain by the end of the day compared to days when they don't exercise.
We've seen how the Bushman incorporates natural practices of good diet and exercise into his daily schedule. What about your own lifestyle? In the past you've probably been too busy doing to make room for similar practices in your routine. But what we've learned about vision-fitness makes it all the more important that you pay careful attention to the foods you choose to eat and that you set aside time to exercise.
If your eye health is particular bad, laser eye surgery may be a viable option for you, but you may also be able to help improve your vision with simple eye exercise and eye health management. Before you embark on the eye surgery route, make sure you understand the laser eye surgery risk [http://www.newlasereyetreatments.com/laser-eye-surgery-risks/], and the full cost of eye surgery at each laser eye clinic [http://www.newlasereyetreatments.com/laser-eye-center/] before you take the plunge.
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Healthy Eyes For A Better Life
The health of your eye muscles ultimately govern the health of your vision.Each eye has six muscles surrounding the eyeball. The eyes can move up, down, left, right, inward, and outward, always paralleling each other. The muscles are attached to the sclera (the white of the eye). Your ability to coordinate the movement of these muscles greatly determines your level of vision-fitness.
In order to preserve the fitness of these muscles, you must exercise them just as you would any other muscle group, starting with a warm-up. Seat yourself comfortably, with your hands supported and both feet firmly on the ground. Your eyes may be either open or closed. Take a few deep breaths. When you are ready, stretch your eyes as high as they can go without straining while you inhale. Hold the breath, and when you are ready to exhale, stretch the muscles into the extreme downward position and breathe out. Repeat the up-and-down movement for three breaths.
Next, stretch to the right. Then stretch up to the right and down to the left, and finally, up to the left and down to the right. If you feel any residual tension in the muscles, extend the breath slightly and reduce the degree of stretching. Avoid straining or extreme stretching.
Remember, vision-fitness develops while exercising in a relaxed way. As with any fitness procedure, do a "cooling-off" exercise. Rub your hands together until your palms are warm, then gently cover your closed eyes with the palms of your hands. Overlap the fingers above the bridge of your nose to create as much darkness as possible. Keep your eyes covered for a minute or two, counting between twenty and fifty breaths.
Not only will you relax your eyes, but you'll probably experience quietness of the mind as well. This is like a meditation for the eyes.
When you remove your palms, you'll observe that colors are much brighter, you'll see more contrast, and you'll enjoy a wonderful, relaxed feeling in your eyes and brow muscles.
Here's another useful exercise: Turn your eyes in, crossing them. (No, they won't get stuck, regardless of what your mother told you.)
Attempt to look at the bridge of your nose. If you can't focus on your nose, try focusing on your thumb a few inches away from your face. Then slowly bring the thumb toward your nose and feel the eye muscles pulling in. These inner recti muscles are the turning-in muscles. This turning-in is vitally important for efficient and prolonged reading. If the inner recti don't coordinate well, the eyes will rely on the ciliary (focusing) muscles instead, which could result in a focusing-muscle spasm and blurring. There is a connection between the turning-in of the eyes and the ability to focus. Have someone check that your eyes are turning in equally. Breathe in as you move your thumb toward your nose. Breathe out as you zoom your focus to a far-away object. Make sure your shoulders and body muscles are relaxed.
Practice this fitness exercise for ten to twenty breaths every day. You can remove your eyeglasses for these fitness routines. If you're a contact lens wearer and can remove them, do so; otherwise, leave them in.
One further suggestion: Spend time studying the diagrams of the eye, and try to become familiar enough with them that you can visualize the eye structures with your eyes closed. When you stretch the eye muscles, or zoom back and forth, or do other eye exercises, blink and breathe, and visualize the particular portion of your eye's anatomy that's being stimulated. Picturing the part that is being trained will improve your performance and further enhance your overall vision-fitness.
It doesn't take much time out of your day to do these exercises, and your eyes are worth it. Your eyes serve you well. Love them, exercise them, and maintain their vision-fitness.
In order to preserve the fitness of these muscles, you must exercise them just as you would any other muscle group, starting with a warm-up. Seat yourself comfortably, with your hands supported and both feet firmly on the ground. Your eyes may be either open or closed. Take a few deep breaths. When you are ready, stretch your eyes as high as they can go without straining while you inhale. Hold the breath, and when you are ready to exhale, stretch the muscles into the extreme downward position and breathe out. Repeat the up-and-down movement for three breaths.
Next, stretch to the right. Then stretch up to the right and down to the left, and finally, up to the left and down to the right. If you feel any residual tension in the muscles, extend the breath slightly and reduce the degree of stretching. Avoid straining or extreme stretching.
Remember, vision-fitness develops while exercising in a relaxed way. As with any fitness procedure, do a "cooling-off" exercise. Rub your hands together until your palms are warm, then gently cover your closed eyes with the palms of your hands. Overlap the fingers above the bridge of your nose to create as much darkness as possible. Keep your eyes covered for a minute or two, counting between twenty and fifty breaths.
Not only will you relax your eyes, but you'll probably experience quietness of the mind as well. This is like a meditation for the eyes.
When you remove your palms, you'll observe that colors are much brighter, you'll see more contrast, and you'll enjoy a wonderful, relaxed feeling in your eyes and brow muscles.
Here's another useful exercise: Turn your eyes in, crossing them. (No, they won't get stuck, regardless of what your mother told you.)
Attempt to look at the bridge of your nose. If you can't focus on your nose, try focusing on your thumb a few inches away from your face. Then slowly bring the thumb toward your nose and feel the eye muscles pulling in. These inner recti muscles are the turning-in muscles. This turning-in is vitally important for efficient and prolonged reading. If the inner recti don't coordinate well, the eyes will rely on the ciliary (focusing) muscles instead, which could result in a focusing-muscle spasm and blurring. There is a connection between the turning-in of the eyes and the ability to focus. Have someone check that your eyes are turning in equally. Breathe in as you move your thumb toward your nose. Breathe out as you zoom your focus to a far-away object. Make sure your shoulders and body muscles are relaxed.
Practice this fitness exercise for ten to twenty breaths every day. You can remove your eyeglasses for these fitness routines. If you're a contact lens wearer and can remove them, do so; otherwise, leave them in.
One further suggestion: Spend time studying the diagrams of the eye, and try to become familiar enough with them that you can visualize the eye structures with your eyes closed. When you stretch the eye muscles, or zoom back and forth, or do other eye exercises, blink and breathe, and visualize the particular portion of your eye's anatomy that's being stimulated. Picturing the part that is being trained will improve your performance and further enhance your overall vision-fitness.
It doesn't take much time out of your day to do these exercises, and your eyes are worth it. Your eyes serve you well. Love them, exercise them, and maintain their vision-fitness.
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The Possible Problems of Your Eyes and Vision
Most eye professionals agree that at least once a year we all should have our eyes and vision checked. During these exams our vision is checked and the doctor will look deep into our eyes for sign of bleeding and/or problems with our eye structure and the health of our cornea.
All of these items are extremely important to our overall eye health and need to be addressed by your eye professional.
Another equally important component of your eye health is the nutritional support that the eye needs to be healthy. Unfortunately, today most people do not include enough of the key nutritional components to keep your eyes healthy and strong.
While there are some differences of opinion as to how much lutein and other vitamins and minerals it is clear, research has shown that getting the correct balance of lutein, and other essential vitamins and minerals will help keep your eyes strong, healthy and your vision clearer as you age.
Age related macular degeneration is the number one cause of blindness in adults today, it is no coincidence that the standard American diet is highly deficient in fresh fruits, vegetables and other key foods that help support your body and your overall health. A good diet of fresh foods and vegetables along with a daily supplement that is high in lutein and rich in essential vitamins and minerals will help keep your vision crystal clear for all ages. So go get an Eye exam and protect your vision by getting enough lutein in your diet.
Reach your Life goals through Fitness, Lifestyle and Nutrition.
All of these items are extremely important to our overall eye health and need to be addressed by your eye professional.
Another equally important component of your eye health is the nutritional support that the eye needs to be healthy. Unfortunately, today most people do not include enough of the key nutritional components to keep your eyes healthy and strong.
While there are some differences of opinion as to how much lutein and other vitamins and minerals it is clear, research has shown that getting the correct balance of lutein, and other essential vitamins and minerals will help keep your eyes strong, healthy and your vision clearer as you age.
Age related macular degeneration is the number one cause of blindness in adults today, it is no coincidence that the standard American diet is highly deficient in fresh fruits, vegetables and other key foods that help support your body and your overall health. A good diet of fresh foods and vegetables along with a daily supplement that is high in lutein and rich in essential vitamins and minerals will help keep your vision crystal clear for all ages. So go get an Eye exam and protect your vision by getting enough lutein in your diet.
Reach your Life goals through Fitness, Lifestyle and Nutrition.
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The Grace of An Eye
You and I both know that the eyes are responsible for giving us the gift of sight and are very important. They are extremely sensitive organs and really do not have much protection. Maybe as we evolve further a bulletproof shield will cover them but for now we are stuck with the eyelid, eyebrow and tears for protection. I strongly doubt we will ever have bulletproof eyes but it was worth a shot at humor. Maybe you needed a good laugh or are thinking right now 'Wow! This guy is lame.'. No matter.
Many things can cause our eyes to become irritated. Wind, bright lights, environmental toxins, seasonal allergies and environmental pollutants can all cause our eyes to suffer. The result is often red eyes, straining eyes, eye inflammation, itchiness or dry eyes.
Medical conditions, such as diabetes, can cause eye problems to develop without warning. In the case of diabetes, glaucoma is often the unwanted result. Infections can also cause problems with the eyes such as with conjunctivitis and episcleritis. This one might blow your mind. Eye problems can be caused by STD's (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) like herpes and genital warts. This only occurs when the eye contacts the area of infection.
As we age we become more susceptible to eye problems like cataracts, macular degeneration, floaters and bitot's spots. Some of these are unavoidable but if they are caught early enough their progress can be slowed down.
In the case of eye problems it is always best to address the problem before it gets too bad. This is where herbs come into play. They can help you to avoid future problems by giving your eyes the support they need. Bilberry is one of the most popular and helps to keep the capillaries strong and helps to keep the delivery of oxygen and nutrients at a maximum.
Roobios and Sutherlandia Frutescens are great at fighting off free radicals and supporting homeostasis in the body. Therefore, they both are great at supporting healthy eyes. When you go to buy your herbs make sure the company guarantees they use the full spectrum extraction method. This is very important because lower quality herbs will not offer near the same results.
Make sure that you see your eye doctor once a year. If you have a medical condition, such as diabetes, you might need to visit the eye doctor twice a year. As I said earlier, the best cure for eye problems is prevention. Once these problems get a full head of steam you might be out of luck, completely. Take care of your eyes and they will take care of you!
Many things can cause our eyes to become irritated. Wind, bright lights, environmental toxins, seasonal allergies and environmental pollutants can all cause our eyes to suffer. The result is often red eyes, straining eyes, eye inflammation, itchiness or dry eyes.
Medical conditions, such as diabetes, can cause eye problems to develop without warning. In the case of diabetes, glaucoma is often the unwanted result. Infections can also cause problems with the eyes such as with conjunctivitis and episcleritis. This one might blow your mind. Eye problems can be caused by STD's (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) like herpes and genital warts. This only occurs when the eye contacts the area of infection.
As we age we become more susceptible to eye problems like cataracts, macular degeneration, floaters and bitot's spots. Some of these are unavoidable but if they are caught early enough their progress can be slowed down.
In the case of eye problems it is always best to address the problem before it gets too bad. This is where herbs come into play. They can help you to avoid future problems by giving your eyes the support they need. Bilberry is one of the most popular and helps to keep the capillaries strong and helps to keep the delivery of oxygen and nutrients at a maximum.
Roobios and Sutherlandia Frutescens are great at fighting off free radicals and supporting homeostasis in the body. Therefore, they both are great at supporting healthy eyes. When you go to buy your herbs make sure the company guarantees they use the full spectrum extraction method. This is very important because lower quality herbs will not offer near the same results.
Make sure that you see your eye doctor once a year. If you have a medical condition, such as diabetes, you might need to visit the eye doctor twice a year. As I said earlier, the best cure for eye problems is prevention. Once these problems get a full head of steam you might be out of luck, completely. Take care of your eyes and they will take care of you!
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Primary Eye Care For Everyone
Our eyesight is one of the greatest gifts bestowed upon us. Through it we take pleasure in the wonderful and vibrant world that surrounds us. We often neglect this gift. It is only when we lose clarity of vision or when we encounter a blind person that we pay attention to our eyes' condition. Awareness of proper eye health care can help prevent future health problems. As one famous ocular specialist once said, eye care is better than eye cure.
Eye health care improves the quality of our lives as it slows down the processes associated with aging and reduces the possibilities of premature blindness due to accidents, damages or diseases. Generally, it includes routines and proper nutrition for healthy vision.
This kind of care should be started at an early age. Children who are learning to read can already suffer from eyestrain at a young age. Proper nutrition significantly influences the health of our vision. Likewise there a number exercises at hand that can preserve eyesight.
Eating foods rich in minerals, vitamins and supplements provides remarkable effect on our eyes. Important minerals for our health include Zinc and Selenium. They help metabolize the vitamins and balance the nutrition and hormones that affect our vision. Vitamins A, C and E are anti-oxidant vitamins that prevent the occurrence of cataracts. These vitamins can be found in oranges, strawberries, rosehip, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes, liver, almond and hazelnuts. Supplements like Lutein and Omega 3 oil counter the harmful effects of prolonged exposures to certain types of lights.
When your eyes get itchy, excessive rubbing and scratching therefore should be avoided. Proper cleaning of the eyes starts with clean hands as dirty hands can contaminate them. A clean cloth damped with warm water may be use to wash the entire outer part of the eyes. Should there be any commercial solutions needed, they must be applied with great care, following the manufacturer's suggestions.
Consulting an ophthalmologist and receiving enough vision health services are advised to those who experience vision distortions, blurriness and excessive irritations. Wearing UV light sunglasses can also keep your eyes clean besides providing protection for them from the harmful rays of the sun.
There are also vision exercises that can perform an important function in eye health care too. They reduce eyestrain, help our eyesight work properly and keep eye muscles strong and flexible. People who are working for long hours in front of a computer are believed to be suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome which produces eyestrain problems such as blurry vision and dry, red eyes. This condition can be alleviated with some exercises which could be as simple as opening and closing your eyes.
Eye health care improves the quality of our lives as it slows down the processes associated with aging and reduces the possibilities of premature blindness due to accidents, damages or diseases. Generally, it includes routines and proper nutrition for healthy vision.
This kind of care should be started at an early age. Children who are learning to read can already suffer from eyestrain at a young age. Proper nutrition significantly influences the health of our vision. Likewise there a number exercises at hand that can preserve eyesight.
Eating foods rich in minerals, vitamins and supplements provides remarkable effect on our eyes. Important minerals for our health include Zinc and Selenium. They help metabolize the vitamins and balance the nutrition and hormones that affect our vision. Vitamins A, C and E are anti-oxidant vitamins that prevent the occurrence of cataracts. These vitamins can be found in oranges, strawberries, rosehip, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes, liver, almond and hazelnuts. Supplements like Lutein and Omega 3 oil counter the harmful effects of prolonged exposures to certain types of lights.
When your eyes get itchy, excessive rubbing and scratching therefore should be avoided. Proper cleaning of the eyes starts with clean hands as dirty hands can contaminate them. A clean cloth damped with warm water may be use to wash the entire outer part of the eyes. Should there be any commercial solutions needed, they must be applied with great care, following the manufacturer's suggestions.
Consulting an ophthalmologist and receiving enough vision health services are advised to those who experience vision distortions, blurriness and excessive irritations. Wearing UV light sunglasses can also keep your eyes clean besides providing protection for them from the harmful rays of the sun.
There are also vision exercises that can perform an important function in eye health care too. They reduce eyestrain, help our eyesight work properly and keep eye muscles strong and flexible. People who are working for long hours in front of a computer are believed to be suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome which produces eyestrain problems such as blurry vision and dry, red eyes. This condition can be alleviated with some exercises which could be as simple as opening and closing your eyes.
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Best Vitamins For The Eyes
Our eyes are the first parts of the body that exhibit fatigue and stress. They can get exhausted and sore after a day's work in front of a computer. This greatly affects one's eye health. Taking vitamin-rich foods can improve eye health in general. But the reality is we can not get all the vitamins we need from food alone.
Current farming practices and soil nutrient reduction produce fruits and vegetables containing notably decreased amount of minerals and vitamins. This led to the production of vitamins for eye health which gains increased availability for consumers nowadays around the world.
Vitamins for eye health can be bought over the counter unless a person needs a high dosage of these vitamins to cure any existing eye problem. They may be taken one to four times daily depending on the amount of vitamins and minerals that they contain. When choosing the right vitamins, it is best to check on the vitamin and mineral composition of the brand that you are considering.
Here is a list of vitamins and minerals which should be present in eye vitamins alongside the eye problems that they prevent.
Vitamin A, C and E
Vitamins A, C and E are anti-oxidant vitamins which can be found in dried apricots, oranges, kiwis, nuts, broccoli, mangoes, blueberries, papayas, grapefruit, tomatoes, peppers, raw carrots, green beans, green peas, brussel sprouts, green leafy vegetables, eggs and dairy products. Vitamin A provides good night vision and impedes possibilities of cataracts. Vitamin C helps prevent the accumulation and crystallization of foreign molecules in the eyes which can cause blurred vision. Lastly, Vitamin E plays a vital role in reducing the advancement of a very serious progressive eye disease called macular degeneration which entails limited vision and total blindness
Lutein and Zeaxanthin
According to studies, taking in "carotenoids" such as lutein and zeaxanthin provide lower risks of having age-related macular degeneration or AMD. Although there already tablets and capsules in drugstores that contain and possess the names of these "carotenoids", the natural sources of these are sweet peppers, yellow peppers, corn, lettuce, spinach, kale and bilberries.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Research from Harvard Medical School found that taking omega 3 oils reduces the chance of getting dry eyes. Omega 3 oil is contained in fish oil supplements. Taking 3 to 6 grams of it daily would do the trick.
While these vitamins for eye health are readily available with out a prescription, it is recommended that you consult an eye specialist first. There are some formulas or mineral and vitamin combinations present in some eye vitamins that may cause certain diseases if a proper health check is not done before taking them. Presence of Vitamin A in for one affects the health condition of smokers according to a study. After a visit to a physician, it is best to compare the eye vitamins to ensure that they could meet your eye health needs.
Current farming practices and soil nutrient reduction produce fruits and vegetables containing notably decreased amount of minerals and vitamins. This led to the production of vitamins for eye health which gains increased availability for consumers nowadays around the world.
Vitamins for eye health can be bought over the counter unless a person needs a high dosage of these vitamins to cure any existing eye problem. They may be taken one to four times daily depending on the amount of vitamins and minerals that they contain. When choosing the right vitamins, it is best to check on the vitamin and mineral composition of the brand that you are considering.
Here is a list of vitamins and minerals which should be present in eye vitamins alongside the eye problems that they prevent.
Vitamin A, C and E
Vitamins A, C and E are anti-oxidant vitamins which can be found in dried apricots, oranges, kiwis, nuts, broccoli, mangoes, blueberries, papayas, grapefruit, tomatoes, peppers, raw carrots, green beans, green peas, brussel sprouts, green leafy vegetables, eggs and dairy products. Vitamin A provides good night vision and impedes possibilities of cataracts. Vitamin C helps prevent the accumulation and crystallization of foreign molecules in the eyes which can cause blurred vision. Lastly, Vitamin E plays a vital role in reducing the advancement of a very serious progressive eye disease called macular degeneration which entails limited vision and total blindness
Lutein and Zeaxanthin
According to studies, taking in "carotenoids" such as lutein and zeaxanthin provide lower risks of having age-related macular degeneration or AMD. Although there already tablets and capsules in drugstores that contain and possess the names of these "carotenoids", the natural sources of these are sweet peppers, yellow peppers, corn, lettuce, spinach, kale and bilberries.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Research from Harvard Medical School found that taking omega 3 oils reduces the chance of getting dry eyes. Omega 3 oil is contained in fish oil supplements. Taking 3 to 6 grams of it daily would do the trick.
While these vitamins for eye health are readily available with out a prescription, it is recommended that you consult an eye specialist first. There are some formulas or mineral and vitamin combinations present in some eye vitamins that may cause certain diseases if a proper health check is not done before taking them. Presence of Vitamin A in for one affects the health condition of smokers according to a study. After a visit to a physician, it is best to compare the eye vitamins to ensure that they could meet your eye health needs.
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Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Eye Health Care
Today's world is totally based around computers, TV and other electronic visual elements that affect eyes with their harmful rays .Eyes are the most essential part of the body and much sensitive too.
When you sit in front of the computer whole day watching TV, reading books or when your eyes get exposed in pollution, it affects eyes very adversely. It makes your eyes look over worked and tired. In the busy life schedule give some relaxation to your eyes, spend 15-20min every day on eye exercise, and wash your eyes daily with clean and cold water.
It is important to cure your vision before it take chance to develop bad effects. Prevention is definitely better than cure. So what you can do for your eyes?
Give proper relaxation to your eyes
Do not expose your eyes to sunlight, wear sunglasses
Wash eyes with clean and cold water regularly
Take a layer of cotton dip into cold milk and put it on your eyes it will give relax to your eyes and also remove dark circles.
Cotton layer dip into Coconut oil and rub it out skin of your eyes it gives nourishment and shine to your eyes.
Take regular eye exercises.
Take proper vitamin containing food and green vegetables.
See greenery till five minutes it will increase your vision.
Minerals and many eyes drop product can take care of your eyes.
Dust particle can be harmful for eyes so clean your eyes daily
Which supplements or vitamins are the best for eyes?
Vitamin A -it helps from many eye disorders; lack of vitamin A can lead to corneal ulcer and night blindness
Source of vitamin A: - carrots, sweet potatoes and liver and many green vegetables.
Vitamin C -need to reduce the pressure in glaucoma and slow down the affect of degeneration.
Source of vitamin C: - fruits like oranges, strawberries, rosehip and broccoli, bioflavonoid and much more.
Vitamin E - It helps in the risk of contracts and muscular degeneration.
Source of vitamin E - Some rich foods are Dry Fruits and nuts like almond and hazelnuts and many more
Zinc: -Found in red meat, oysters and wheat.
As you all are aware that "Improper Diet is the Root to many diseases". So First of all if you take care of your diet and take proper Vitamins and foods, mineral, water green vegetables, it will give a direct relation in nutrition and vision of your eyes.
When you sit in front of the computer whole day watching TV, reading books or when your eyes get exposed in pollution, it affects eyes very adversely. It makes your eyes look over worked and tired. In the busy life schedule give some relaxation to your eyes, spend 15-20min every day on eye exercise, and wash your eyes daily with clean and cold water.
It is important to cure your vision before it take chance to develop bad effects. Prevention is definitely better than cure. So what you can do for your eyes?
Give proper relaxation to your eyes
Do not expose your eyes to sunlight, wear sunglasses
Wash eyes with clean and cold water regularly
Take a layer of cotton dip into cold milk and put it on your eyes it will give relax to your eyes and also remove dark circles.
Cotton layer dip into Coconut oil and rub it out skin of your eyes it gives nourishment and shine to your eyes.
Take regular eye exercises.
Take proper vitamin containing food and green vegetables.
See greenery till five minutes it will increase your vision.
Minerals and many eyes drop product can take care of your eyes.
Dust particle can be harmful for eyes so clean your eyes daily
Which supplements or vitamins are the best for eyes?
Vitamin A -it helps from many eye disorders; lack of vitamin A can lead to corneal ulcer and night blindness
Source of vitamin A: - carrots, sweet potatoes and liver and many green vegetables.
Vitamin C -need to reduce the pressure in glaucoma and slow down the affect of degeneration.
Source of vitamin C: - fruits like oranges, strawberries, rosehip and broccoli, bioflavonoid and much more.
Vitamin E - It helps in the risk of contracts and muscular degeneration.
Source of vitamin E - Some rich foods are Dry Fruits and nuts like almond and hazelnuts and many more
Zinc: -Found in red meat, oysters and wheat.
As you all are aware that "Improper Diet is the Root to many diseases". So First of all if you take care of your diet and take proper Vitamins and foods, mineral, water green vegetables, it will give a direct relation in nutrition and vision of your eyes.
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Beauty Eyes Healthy
To ensure your eyes remain healthy and beautiful, you may need to look more closely at the value of an annual exam.
Regular eye exams are not just about obtaining optimal vision through the right eyeglass or contact prescription but can also help detect early warning signs of disease that can affect your eye health and general health.
Since an eye examination can help detect many health problems, eye care practitioners often work in conjunction with internists and general practitioners to help empower individuals on their health and wellness journey.
Many doctors offer new technology, such as digital retinal eye scans, that are quick and comfortable and produce a computerized picture of blood vessels in action. This new technology effectively provides information on eye health and certain systemic health conditions, such as diabetes and glaucoma.
With more than 50 million "prediabetics," 65 million hypertensives and 5 to 10 million Americans with high pressure in the eyes, a regular eye exam is important for your eye and overall health.
Taking the following steps, according to the experts at LensCrafters, can help keep your eyes healthy:
1. Begin a regular routine of eye exams with an optometrist or ophthalmologist once a year or as often as the doctor recommends.
2. During the exam, talk about what the doctor is doing during the various procedures and ask for a health and wellness summary.
3. Ask the doctor how soon the next exam should be scheduled. The advice will vary depending on several factors, such as the patient's history of health and disease, age, and use of contact lenses or other corrective lenses.
4. Make sure you explore all your options. Ask your doctor about new technologies that can help you see better. For example, Advanced View Progressive (AVP) lenses available at LensCrafters are one of the latest technologies in multifocal eyeglass lenses.
5. Like other regular health exams, set up your next appointment before you leave the doctor's office and ask if they can send you a reminder.
6. Finally, remind your friends and family members. Make sure they also know about the importance of regular eye exams.
Regular eye exams are not just about obtaining optimal vision through the right eyeglass or contact prescription but can also help detect early warning signs of disease that can affect your eye health and general health.
Since an eye examination can help detect many health problems, eye care practitioners often work in conjunction with internists and general practitioners to help empower individuals on their health and wellness journey.
Many doctors offer new technology, such as digital retinal eye scans, that are quick and comfortable and produce a computerized picture of blood vessels in action. This new technology effectively provides information on eye health and certain systemic health conditions, such as diabetes and glaucoma.
With more than 50 million "prediabetics," 65 million hypertensives and 5 to 10 million Americans with high pressure in the eyes, a regular eye exam is important for your eye and overall health.
Taking the following steps, according to the experts at LensCrafters, can help keep your eyes healthy:
1. Begin a regular routine of eye exams with an optometrist or ophthalmologist once a year or as often as the doctor recommends.
2. During the exam, talk about what the doctor is doing during the various procedures and ask for a health and wellness summary.
3. Ask the doctor how soon the next exam should be scheduled. The advice will vary depending on several factors, such as the patient's history of health and disease, age, and use of contact lenses or other corrective lenses.
4. Make sure you explore all your options. Ask your doctor about new technologies that can help you see better. For example, Advanced View Progressive (AVP) lenses available at LensCrafters are one of the latest technologies in multifocal eyeglass lenses.
5. Like other regular health exams, set up your next appointment before you leave the doctor's office and ask if they can send you a reminder.
6. Finally, remind your friends and family members. Make sure they also know about the importance of regular eye exams.
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Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Need For Healthy Eyes
Eyes are one of the most important among the 5 senses. Eyes are regarded as the gateway to one's soul. Good eyes care and eyes health is crucial for preserving the vision and overall better health. Sight is one of the most cherished senses. Eyes help us to see the world, observe nature, appreciate art and connect with dear ones. Without eye sight the life is completely dark.
Good eyesight is an essential part of well-being as well as a vital factor for retaining quality of life and independence as one gets older. A good vision contributes to an improved athletic ability, better learning, driving skills, quality of life and improved comprehension.
Physical activity and exercise is enormously important for overall eyes health. Staying fit and being active also reduces risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, that can affect one's eyes. Without good eyes care, the health of other parts of the body is likely to suffer. Hence, taking proper care of the eyes is very important. Opting for herbs for eyes health is always a wise choice. Let us see the best herbs for better eyes health.
4 best herbs for good eye health
1. Grape seed extract: This herb has proven beneficial in easing eye damage complications related to diabetes.
2. Bilberry: Bilberry, the European counterpart of the blueberry for ages has earned a reputation of being an eye-friendly herb. This herb helps to improve nighttime vision. It contains plant pigments called anthocyanosides that act as an anti-oxidant substance. It aids in preventing and repairing cell damage, prevent cataracts and help in treating damage caused to the retina. Bilberry tastes great and is enriched with Vitamin C and these are enough reasons to eat them. This is one of the most effective herbs for eyes health.
3. Gingko Biloba: For centuries, this herb has been used for treating central nervous system and eye problems. A selective cerebro-vascular dilator, this herb helps in increasing circulation towards the back portion of the eye and also increases the flow of blood to the eye. Of late, gingko biloba has become an extremely accepted adjunct for treating glaucoma and macular degeneration.
4. Green Tea: This contains anti-oxidant properties that mop up the free radicals, a substance that creates oxidative damage causing several chronic diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration and glaucoma. To add to it, it has been proven that treating retinal cells with the help of green tea's polyphenols helps in protecting the eyes from the damage caused from ultraviolet light which can result in cataracts and macular degeneration. This is one of the favorite herbs for eyes care.
These are some of the best herbs for maintaining good eye well-being. Incorporating these into the routine will be worth for supporting healthy eyes.
Good eyesight is an essential part of well-being as well as a vital factor for retaining quality of life and independence as one gets older. A good vision contributes to an improved athletic ability, better learning, driving skills, quality of life and improved comprehension.
Physical activity and exercise is enormously important for overall eyes health. Staying fit and being active also reduces risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, that can affect one's eyes. Without good eyes care, the health of other parts of the body is likely to suffer. Hence, taking proper care of the eyes is very important. Opting for herbs for eyes health is always a wise choice. Let us see the best herbs for better eyes health.
4 best herbs for good eye health
1. Grape seed extract: This herb has proven beneficial in easing eye damage complications related to diabetes.
2. Bilberry: Bilberry, the European counterpart of the blueberry for ages has earned a reputation of being an eye-friendly herb. This herb helps to improve nighttime vision. It contains plant pigments called anthocyanosides that act as an anti-oxidant substance. It aids in preventing and repairing cell damage, prevent cataracts and help in treating damage caused to the retina. Bilberry tastes great and is enriched with Vitamin C and these are enough reasons to eat them. This is one of the most effective herbs for eyes health.
3. Gingko Biloba: For centuries, this herb has been used for treating central nervous system and eye problems. A selective cerebro-vascular dilator, this herb helps in increasing circulation towards the back portion of the eye and also increases the flow of blood to the eye. Of late, gingko biloba has become an extremely accepted adjunct for treating glaucoma and macular degeneration.
4. Green Tea: This contains anti-oxidant properties that mop up the free radicals, a substance that creates oxidative damage causing several chronic diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration and glaucoma. To add to it, it has been proven that treating retinal cells with the help of green tea's polyphenols helps in protecting the eyes from the damage caused from ultraviolet light which can result in cataracts and macular degeneration. This is one of the favorite herbs for eyes care.
These are some of the best herbs for maintaining good eye well-being. Incorporating these into the routine will be worth for supporting healthy eyes.
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Monday, January 4, 2016
Wear Eye Protection When Working
With the current work lifestyle that we have today, our eyes are more exposed to visual impairments. That is why it is advisable that employees of companies must be extra careful about their vision. Studies show that one of the most common industrial accidents is damage to the eyes. Those operating big machinery, industrial equipment, and performing activities which are dangerous to the eyes like, wielding and construction works.
Research says that seventy percent of these eye injuries result from falling debris. Small particles usually the size of pin heads are the primary cause of these eye damages. These particles also usually comes in a quick motion which are surely detrimental to the ocular health.
Eye damage resulting from use chemicals on the other hand, constitutes twenty percent of the injuries. Objects left loosely hanging like ropes, tree limbs, tools or chains are other example of accidents which may also cause visual impairment.
Susceptible people for eye impairment are usually industrial workers. About forty percent of those workers include plumbers, carpenters, repairers, and mechanics. Another group of susceptible people are sanders, grinding machine operators, and assemblers. On the other hand, about twenty percent of these workers who are prone to eye accidents consists of common labourers.
Any protective eye wear can help keep these unfortunate statistics from growing. If your work compels you to use protective eye wear, then do so. The company you are working with may have a system to ensure the safety of your eyes. Also remember to always check if the company you are going to apply to have complied with the appropriate safety standards of the government.
So find a protective eye wear that will ensure you your vision. Whether it is made of glass or polycarbonate, or whether it is made with UV protection capability or reflective coat, wear the proper eye frames that will help you prevent those eye injuries.
Research says that seventy percent of these eye injuries result from falling debris. Small particles usually the size of pin heads are the primary cause of these eye damages. These particles also usually comes in a quick motion which are surely detrimental to the ocular health.
Eye damage resulting from use chemicals on the other hand, constitutes twenty percent of the injuries. Objects left loosely hanging like ropes, tree limbs, tools or chains are other example of accidents which may also cause visual impairment.
Susceptible people for eye impairment are usually industrial workers. About forty percent of those workers include plumbers, carpenters, repairers, and mechanics. Another group of susceptible people are sanders, grinding machine operators, and assemblers. On the other hand, about twenty percent of these workers who are prone to eye accidents consists of common labourers.
Any protective eye wear can help keep these unfortunate statistics from growing. If your work compels you to use protective eye wear, then do so. The company you are working with may have a system to ensure the safety of your eyes. Also remember to always check if the company you are going to apply to have complied with the appropriate safety standards of the government.
So find a protective eye wear that will ensure you your vision. Whether it is made of glass or polycarbonate, or whether it is made with UV protection capability or reflective coat, wear the proper eye frames that will help you prevent those eye injuries.
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Cause Dry Eyes
It's not uncommon for people to visit their optician to complain about dry eyes. In fact, it's estimated that around one in five of us will complain about this at some point in our lives. But what is this condition? What causes it? And, most importantly, what can be done to cure it?
Symptoms
Symptoms of dry eyes include redness, itchiness or a feeling that your eyes are gritty or warm. Another side effect is that they can water more than usual and, although this sounds unusual for a condition liked with dryness, it is actually the body's way of making sure the surface of the eye has enough moisture - so in fact makes absolute sense!
Causes
There are two main reasons that people will complain of having overly dry eyes. One of these is that the tear ducts are not producing enough liquid to keep the eyes protected while you go about your usual daily activities. Another reason, which is perhaps the most common, is that the tears produced are evaporating too quickly. In this case, the amount may be sufficient, but the tears simply aren't staying on the surface for long enough.
Age and environment
When tears are produced to help protect our eyes, an oily layer forms part of the liquid that forms. Unfortunately, as we age this layer of oil gets thinner and thinner, which means our eyes can dry out all the more quickly as we get older. Another problem nowadays is that many of us work in environments that aren't exactly good for our vision. Staring at a computer screen in an air conditioned office all day, for example, isn't going to help those who suffer from dryness.
How to treat it
One of the things that might be suggested to you if you book an eye test is using lubricating eye drops. However, not all types of these eye drops are the same, so it's worth asking an optometrist if there is one in particular that is best suited to you. Ointments are also available; however these are for use at night before you go to bed as the blurring they cause can be bad for daytime use.
As with most things, eating well and living healthily is probably the best way to prevent issues affecting your vision - and it is generally agreed that foods with omega 3 are a great source of nutrition for sight. So why not try making some simple changes today to protect your eyes for the future.
Symptoms
Symptoms of dry eyes include redness, itchiness or a feeling that your eyes are gritty or warm. Another side effect is that they can water more than usual and, although this sounds unusual for a condition liked with dryness, it is actually the body's way of making sure the surface of the eye has enough moisture - so in fact makes absolute sense!
Causes
There are two main reasons that people will complain of having overly dry eyes. One of these is that the tear ducts are not producing enough liquid to keep the eyes protected while you go about your usual daily activities. Another reason, which is perhaps the most common, is that the tears produced are evaporating too quickly. In this case, the amount may be sufficient, but the tears simply aren't staying on the surface for long enough.
Age and environment
When tears are produced to help protect our eyes, an oily layer forms part of the liquid that forms. Unfortunately, as we age this layer of oil gets thinner and thinner, which means our eyes can dry out all the more quickly as we get older. Another problem nowadays is that many of us work in environments that aren't exactly good for our vision. Staring at a computer screen in an air conditioned office all day, for example, isn't going to help those who suffer from dryness.
How to treat it
One of the things that might be suggested to you if you book an eye test is using lubricating eye drops. However, not all types of these eye drops are the same, so it's worth asking an optometrist if there is one in particular that is best suited to you. Ointments are also available; however these are for use at night before you go to bed as the blurring they cause can be bad for daytime use.
As with most things, eating well and living healthily is probably the best way to prevent issues affecting your vision - and it is generally agreed that foods with omega 3 are a great source of nutrition for sight. So why not try making some simple changes today to protect your eyes for the future.
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Sunday, January 3, 2016
How To Get Nutrients to The Eye
To maintain a good ocular health and vision all throughout our lifetime, we need to have adequate nutrition. Our eyes need every crucial nutrient that it could get out of our daily healthy diet. Oftentimes, we forget that our eyes also need a daily dose of healthy nutrients to keep our vision from working well and this is a responsibility that we owe to our body.
Spinach, cabbage, broccoli, kale are some of the green leafy vegetables that are very rich in carotenoids which are very important for the reduction of our eye's risk for macular degeneration that can lead to permanent blindness. Macular degeneration is a type of disease wherein the macula that is located behind the retina undergoes deterioration resulting to poor vision and other severe vision problems. Macular degeneration is a progressive, degenerative, irreversible, and non-curable type of disease that often affects aging individuals. And by eating adequate amounts of these green leafy vegetables, you can help prevent or delay the development of this disease.
Leutine and zeaxathin are two types of carotenoids which have the ability to dramatically decrease risks for developing cataract, a disease which affects a very large number of aging population today. Once you reach your prime years, your risk for vision problems also increases. But with proper nutrition, you can protect your eye from cataracts by ingesting spinach, brocolli, zucchini, and egg yolks which contains an ample amount of leutine.
Fruits like apricots, blueberries, bilberries, and black currants can also help in the maintenance of a healthy vision. These fruits also help increase your tolerance to fatigue and reduce your risks for eye infections. And for reduction of eye damage caused by sunlight exposure, vitamin C can also be very helpful.
Lycopene-rich foods like red juicy tomatoes are also very essential in maintaining healthy vision. Also known as a good phytochemical, lycopene can improve the eye's ability to see at night or night vision. Moreover, lycopene is also good source of nutrition that is essential for preventing colorblindness and macular degeneration.
Taking in omega-3 fatty acids rich foods like fish is a great way to boost ocular health, eye muscle strength, and prevention of dry eyes. Cold water fish like salmon, tuna, and haddock are a great source for these healthy fatty acids. Of in case you cannot find these cold water fish in your area, cod liver and fish oils can be great alternatives.
To know more on how you can maintain excellent ocular health through nutrition, please do visit your Austin optometrist today. They would be very welcome to help you achieve the best vision that you can get all throughout you lifetime
Spinach, cabbage, broccoli, kale are some of the green leafy vegetables that are very rich in carotenoids which are very important for the reduction of our eye's risk for macular degeneration that can lead to permanent blindness. Macular degeneration is a type of disease wherein the macula that is located behind the retina undergoes deterioration resulting to poor vision and other severe vision problems. Macular degeneration is a progressive, degenerative, irreversible, and non-curable type of disease that often affects aging individuals. And by eating adequate amounts of these green leafy vegetables, you can help prevent or delay the development of this disease.
Leutine and zeaxathin are two types of carotenoids which have the ability to dramatically decrease risks for developing cataract, a disease which affects a very large number of aging population today. Once you reach your prime years, your risk for vision problems also increases. But with proper nutrition, you can protect your eye from cataracts by ingesting spinach, brocolli, zucchini, and egg yolks which contains an ample amount of leutine.
Fruits like apricots, blueberries, bilberries, and black currants can also help in the maintenance of a healthy vision. These fruits also help increase your tolerance to fatigue and reduce your risks for eye infections. And for reduction of eye damage caused by sunlight exposure, vitamin C can also be very helpful.
Lycopene-rich foods like red juicy tomatoes are also very essential in maintaining healthy vision. Also known as a good phytochemical, lycopene can improve the eye's ability to see at night or night vision. Moreover, lycopene is also good source of nutrition that is essential for preventing colorblindness and macular degeneration.
Taking in omega-3 fatty acids rich foods like fish is a great way to boost ocular health, eye muscle strength, and prevention of dry eyes. Cold water fish like salmon, tuna, and haddock are a great source for these healthy fatty acids. Of in case you cannot find these cold water fish in your area, cod liver and fish oils can be great alternatives.
To know more on how you can maintain excellent ocular health through nutrition, please do visit your Austin optometrist today. They would be very welcome to help you achieve the best vision that you can get all throughout you lifetime
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Saturday, January 2, 2016
Fore Aspects of Caring For The Eyes
The eyes have been conventionally thought as the windows of the soul. Nowadays, they are also thought as the windows to people's hearts, arteries, brain and nerves. This organ is so important and irreplaceable that it requires proper care in many aspects.
Ultraviolet rays are very harmful to eye health. There are quite a couple of eye diseases that are caused by UV rays, such as age related macular degeneration and cataracts. Participating in outdoor activities, it is helpful to protect the eyes from direct sunshine. Wearing a hat with a brim and using sunglasses are some of the normal ways. In order to detect any potential eye problem or disease, it is necessary for any group of people to receive regular eye checkups. For an adult, eye test should be done at least once a year. This will help diagnose any eye condition as early as possible and then they can be prevented from advancing quickly. In addition, one's sleep pattern is also influential for the eye's health. In a normal case, at least seven to nine hours of sleep everyday should be ensured. This range of sleep is good for eye health.
Health eyes also rely on a healthy diet, which should contain good sources of vitamin A that is believed to benefit the eyes. Foods rich in this substance include cereals, celery, oily fish, egg yolk and liver. Moreover, brewer's yeast, liver and whole grain cereals are beneficial to the eyes because they will provide much amount of vitamin B2, which can deal properly with itchy, watery or bloodshot eyes. In most cases, water is considered as a subtle substance for the human body. But in fact, this source is one of the key contributors to wellness of any human being. Water helps the human body regulate body temperature, transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, flushes out toxins and waste as well as other functions. In addition, it is necessary to wash the eyes using rose water frequently.
Ultraviolet rays are very harmful to eye health. There are quite a couple of eye diseases that are caused by UV rays, such as age related macular degeneration and cataracts. Participating in outdoor activities, it is helpful to protect the eyes from direct sunshine. Wearing a hat with a brim and using sunglasses are some of the normal ways. In order to detect any potential eye problem or disease, it is necessary for any group of people to receive regular eye checkups. For an adult, eye test should be done at least once a year. This will help diagnose any eye condition as early as possible and then they can be prevented from advancing quickly. In addition, one's sleep pattern is also influential for the eye's health. In a normal case, at least seven to nine hours of sleep everyday should be ensured. This range of sleep is good for eye health.
Health eyes also rely on a healthy diet, which should contain good sources of vitamin A that is believed to benefit the eyes. Foods rich in this substance include cereals, celery, oily fish, egg yolk and liver. Moreover, brewer's yeast, liver and whole grain cereals are beneficial to the eyes because they will provide much amount of vitamin B2, which can deal properly with itchy, watery or bloodshot eyes. In most cases, water is considered as a subtle substance for the human body. But in fact, this source is one of the key contributors to wellness of any human being. Water helps the human body regulate body temperature, transport nutrients and oxygen to cells, flushes out toxins and waste as well as other functions. In addition, it is necessary to wash the eyes using rose water frequently.
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Eye Health Is A Great Boon
When someone thinks about health and what it means to their life, often people will forget to mention eye health. This is something that is extremely important, and without healthy eyes you can be sure that your life will never be the same. The eyesight that you have is something that should never be taken for granted, as it is a critical aspect of your life. It helps you get through the day without incident, and should you loose it do to poor eye care you will surely miss it then. By taking care of your eyes, you can add years to your eyesight and enjoy the sights of the world without loss.
Common Signs Of Eye Problems
If you are trying to maintain your eye health, yet you are finding some issues with your eyes are hard to explain then you may need to see a specialist. There are some rather simple signs that things are just not right with your eyes, and these things are very important to look out for. One of the first signs that there is a problem with your eyes is a frequent headache. If you are experiencing continual headaches, then more than likely you need glasses or need to have your eyes tested for glasses. This is nothing to be ashamed of, as millions of people wear glasses today and they offer many great styles that are very classy looking. Blurriness and or soreness are other signs that things are not right with your eyes and that they should be checked.
Yearly Exams And A New Prescription
If you already wear glasses to help with your eye health, then you will want to be sure that you are keeping updated appointments for your eyes to be tested. The eye doctor will check your eyes for any further damage, and this will help determine whether or not you need a stronger prescription. These exams are basically painless, yet you may want to bring someone with you in the event that the doctor wants to put any drops in your eyes that may impede your driving home. Good glasses will help you maintain stable eye health, and this is something that should not even be thought about. Good eye health is very important and is something that everyone should strive for. Do what is right for your eyes, and you will more than likely have them healthy for several years to come.
Contacts, Glasses, Or Surgery
When it comes to your eye health and what you need to do to protect it, there are a few options that must be considered. You will need to decide what vision medium that you wish to go with, as far as correction is concerned. While glasses seem to be the norm, many people also opt for contacts or even laser eye surgery. You need to speak with the optometrist when you go in and see what they have to say. This will tell you if you will even be a suitable candidate for any of the above besides regular glasses.
Common Signs Of Eye Problems
If you are trying to maintain your eye health, yet you are finding some issues with your eyes are hard to explain then you may need to see a specialist. There are some rather simple signs that things are just not right with your eyes, and these things are very important to look out for. One of the first signs that there is a problem with your eyes is a frequent headache. If you are experiencing continual headaches, then more than likely you need glasses or need to have your eyes tested for glasses. This is nothing to be ashamed of, as millions of people wear glasses today and they offer many great styles that are very classy looking. Blurriness and or soreness are other signs that things are not right with your eyes and that they should be checked.
Yearly Exams And A New Prescription
If you already wear glasses to help with your eye health, then you will want to be sure that you are keeping updated appointments for your eyes to be tested. The eye doctor will check your eyes for any further damage, and this will help determine whether or not you need a stronger prescription. These exams are basically painless, yet you may want to bring someone with you in the event that the doctor wants to put any drops in your eyes that may impede your driving home. Good glasses will help you maintain stable eye health, and this is something that should not even be thought about. Good eye health is very important and is something that everyone should strive for. Do what is right for your eyes, and you will more than likely have them healthy for several years to come.
Contacts, Glasses, Or Surgery
When it comes to your eye health and what you need to do to protect it, there are a few options that must be considered. You will need to decide what vision medium that you wish to go with, as far as correction is concerned. While glasses seem to be the norm, many people also opt for contacts or even laser eye surgery. You need to speak with the optometrist when you go in and see what they have to say. This will tell you if you will even be a suitable candidate for any of the above besides regular glasses.
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Friday, January 1, 2016
Best Consumption for The Eyes
One of the healthiest foods on the planet you can eat for maximum health has a taste that ranges from rich, creamy and buttery to light and fruity depending on the variety. This is the Avocado fruit. You can eat this fruit by itself or combine it with sandwiches, salads, Omelets, or to make it even more appetizing, you can cut this fruit up in chunks and sprinkle it with Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Pepper and sea salt. Avocado is classified as a super food with tons of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that provide the body with a series of health benefits. These include better heart health, better cholesterol health, weight loss, Diabetes control, cancer prevention and even anti-aging benefits to boot. Therefore, if you are looking for a super food that is good for the eyes but is also healthy, here are a series of reasons why Avocado is an essential food for general health and better vision:
Nutritional Content: Avocado consist of Vitamins A, C, E, K, B-6 and a rich source of Potassium. It also consists of Omega 3 - fatty acids, and vision vitamins such as Lutein and Zeaxanthin. Avocado has 35% more Potassium than Bananas and Potassium is essential in maintaining heart health and healthy Cholesterol. This particular fruit often gets a bad reputation for its fat content. For example, just one medium Avocado has 22 grams of fat. Nutritionists suggests however that Avocado should not be perceived as a fattening food as long as it is included as part of a healthy diet regimen. This is due to the fact that its fat is derived from a healthy source called Monounsaturated fat. Furthermore, when combined with other fat burning foods it increases the absorption of those foods by 400% making it an effective food for weight loss.
Heart Health Benefits: According to nutritionists it's a source of an important Fatty acid called Oleic Acid. It is also a rich source of Omega - 3 Fatty acids; two primary nutrients that have been shown in research studies to improve heart health and eye health.
Cancer Prevention: According to Dr Nalini Chilkov, it consists of antioxidants and phytochemicals(plant compounds in fruits and vegetables that lower the risk for major chronic diseases), such as Beta Carotene, that promote good eye health, Alpha Carotene, as well as Zeaxanthin which have also been shown to stunt the growth of prostate, breast, head and neck (oral) cancer.
Improves Eye Health: According to the American Optometric Association, Lutein and Zeaxanthin are the two main Carotenoids that are found in the highest concentrations in the Macular of the eye which is responsible for sharper eyesight and helping us to see fine details and read fine print. According to the AOA, not only are these vital nutrients essential in protecting the eye from age related vision disorders such as Macular Degeneration, but they also filter out harmful blue light.You need a good source of Lutein for better vision and healthier eyesight. Even an ounce of Avocado consist of 81 micrograms of Lutein.
With benefits ranging from weight loss to cancer prevention, heart health, Diabetes regulation to cholesterol benefits, Avocado is a powerful super-food essential for maintaining overall health in addition to the protection it provides the eyes from age related vision disorders. It's a potent powerhouse of nutrition with its rich vitamin, mineral and antioxidant content. Ultimately, you can incorporate this food as part of a healthy diet for maximum health.
Nutritional Content: Avocado consist of Vitamins A, C, E, K, B-6 and a rich source of Potassium. It also consists of Omega 3 - fatty acids, and vision vitamins such as Lutein and Zeaxanthin. Avocado has 35% more Potassium than Bananas and Potassium is essential in maintaining heart health and healthy Cholesterol. This particular fruit often gets a bad reputation for its fat content. For example, just one medium Avocado has 22 grams of fat. Nutritionists suggests however that Avocado should not be perceived as a fattening food as long as it is included as part of a healthy diet regimen. This is due to the fact that its fat is derived from a healthy source called Monounsaturated fat. Furthermore, when combined with other fat burning foods it increases the absorption of those foods by 400% making it an effective food for weight loss.
Heart Health Benefits: According to nutritionists it's a source of an important Fatty acid called Oleic Acid. It is also a rich source of Omega - 3 Fatty acids; two primary nutrients that have been shown in research studies to improve heart health and eye health.
Cancer Prevention: According to Dr Nalini Chilkov, it consists of antioxidants and phytochemicals(plant compounds in fruits and vegetables that lower the risk for major chronic diseases), such as Beta Carotene, that promote good eye health, Alpha Carotene, as well as Zeaxanthin which have also been shown to stunt the growth of prostate, breast, head and neck (oral) cancer.
Improves Eye Health: According to the American Optometric Association, Lutein and Zeaxanthin are the two main Carotenoids that are found in the highest concentrations in the Macular of the eye which is responsible for sharper eyesight and helping us to see fine details and read fine print. According to the AOA, not only are these vital nutrients essential in protecting the eye from age related vision disorders such as Macular Degeneration, but they also filter out harmful blue light.You need a good source of Lutein for better vision and healthier eyesight. Even an ounce of Avocado consist of 81 micrograms of Lutein.
With benefits ranging from weight loss to cancer prevention, heart health, Diabetes regulation to cholesterol benefits, Avocado is a powerful super-food essential for maintaining overall health in addition to the protection it provides the eyes from age related vision disorders. It's a potent powerhouse of nutrition with its rich vitamin, mineral and antioxidant content. Ultimately, you can incorporate this food as part of a healthy diet for maximum health.
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