How to Prevent Cataracts Your parents may have warned you about cataracts when you were younger: that you should never stare directly into the sun, and that you must always shield your eyes from the sun and wind. While there is some truth to this, full cataract prevention requires a much more proactive approach to … Read more
As an often neglected aspect of general health and wellness, eye health is essential not only for vision, but also for daily and general activity. Within eye health, lay many misconceptions and unknown factors in regard to eye exams, eye condition, and illnesses associated with the eyes. That being in mind, here are ten common … Read more
You may have heard warning from your parents, or grandparents, about cataracts when you were younger. They may have spoken about how staring into the sun for too long, or not properly shielding your eyes from the elements may cause permanent damage that will lead to cataracts. While there is an element of truth to … Read more
Very few things are as important as your vision, and if you have noticed that yours is not as good as it once was, you might need to consider cataract surgery. You will want to visit your eye doctor to confirm that this is the best option for you and that it will end up … Read more
Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in Americans over the age 40. That’s a big reason why each person should learn about the disease and begin preventing it. Cataracts are a relatively simple condition – the lens of the eye becomes cloudy over time. Vision is greatly affected and total vision loss could … Read more
As we age, our vision changes. Small print is harder to read, minor vision issues become more pronounced and sometimes, we develop cataracts, or a clouding of the lenses resulting in blurred vision. Cataract surgery can help to restore your vision and reduce the visual difficulties that come with the lens of your eyes being … Read more
Cataracts are a common occurrence in individuals over the age of 40 and they are the leading cause for blindness. A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens that can impact your vision and ultimately can affect your daily activities if not treated. Although there is no way to prevent cataracts from forming, there … Read more
With the sun shining brighter and the days growing longer we can never be too prepared to protect our vision. While we are heading to the beach and hosting family barbecues this summer take into consideration your risks for cataracts. To date, there is no medication or eye drops proven to prevent or reverse cataract … Read more
While no one can stop the effects of aging, there is no substitute for healthy habits to maintain strong and great quality vision. Age-related cataracts are the leading cause of low vision and blindness across the globe, with up to 30 percent of people over the age of 50 developing the disease. Custom treatment for cataracts … Read more
It’s never too early to consider the health of your eyes. Whether or not you have experienced vision problems in the past, taking the initiative to have a better sense of preventive eye care can help avoid serious eye conditions in the future. As with any important organs in your body (heart, skin, bones, etc) … Read more