In Cranston, maintaining strong vision and preventing eye conditions like macular degeneration, cataracts, or dry eye starts with what’s on your plate. The foods you eat play a major role in preserving your sight, improving visual performance, and even slowing age-related changes. Incorporating the best nutrients for eyes—from antioxidants and vitamins to omega fatty acids—can […]
The holiday season is fast approaching, and with technology becoming a central part of everyday life, the easy go-to gifts for kids often include video games and gaming systems. But did you know that excessive screen time can strain children’s eyes and potentially lead to issues like myopia (nearsightedness)? This year, why not choose a […]
In today’s digital age, many people spend hours working on a computer or using mobile devices without considering the strain it puts on their bodies, especially their eyesight. Long hours of screen time can cause eye strain, headaches, neck pain, and even dry eyes. By following a few simple eye care tips for summer (or […]
5 Ways to Ensure Healthy Vision
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As we celebrate Healthy Vision Month this May, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we can maintain and protect our eyesight throughout our lives. Your eyes work hard every day, helping you navigate the world around you. To keep them in top shape, it’s important to follow a few simple guidelines. Here are […]
Most people equate perfect eye vision with having 20/20 eyesight, but in reality, good vision is more complex than just sharp visual acuity. Is 20/20 vision bad for a child? The answer is no, but even if a child has 20/20 vision, it doesn’t guarantee they are seeing the world in a way that supports […]
April marks Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, a timely reminder for women everywhere to prioritize their vision and eye health. Surprisingly, a recent survey revealed that 91% of women were unaware they are more likely than men to suffer from vision problems and face a higher risk of permanent vision loss. This gap in […]
Cataract Awareness and Prevention
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Why Cataract Awareness Matters June is recognized as Cataract Awareness Month, a critical time to educate yourself about one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are responsible for 51% of blindness cases, most of which are preventable. Nearly 50% of individuals over the age of 70 in […]
April is Women’s Eye Health Month in the USA, and May is Healthy Vision Month in Canada too, so let’s take the opportunity to look at some tips for maintaining eye health and vision health, with a special focus on women. Statistically, women are more at risk than men for eye disease, visual impairment, and […]
Healthy Aging for the Eyes
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Getting older doesn’t have to mean vision loss. You can do a lot to keep your eyes and vision healthy and prevent age-related eye disease and vision loss, especially if you start early. Keeping your eyes healthy and strong may require some lifestyle changes, but the good news is that these improvements will contribute to […]
Regular exercise is an essential component of overall health and wellness. It is proven that exercise reduces sickness and disease, increases strength, immunity, and mental health, and also helps regulate bodily functions and maintain a healthy weight. Research shows that exercise can lower our risk of chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, […]
March 8th is International Women’s Day, a day when women are honored and their accomplishments celebrated worldwide. From medicine to law, entrepreneurship to corporate leadership, education to the military, women are achieving great strides in areas of business like never before. In addition to professional achievements, International Women’s Day is a time for women to […]
Scientific studies abound with support for the timeless wisdom of moms everywhere! Spending more time outdoors is good for kids. It keeps their bodies in good shape, protects against obesity and a variety of diseases, sharpens distance vision, and reduces their chances of myopia (nearsightedness). Are you a skeptic that sending your kids outside to […]