The summer season is here and you might have questions about how to protect your eyes while doing all the fun activities outdoors in the sun. Here are answers to some common questions eye doctors get asked in summer.
Here are 5 tips recommended by Dr. Angela Yoon, who is an Optometrist and Policy Advisor for the Ontario Association of Optometrists: Stay indoors, closing the windows and turning on central air conditioning (with clean filter). Use an indoor HEPA air purifier if you own one. Use eye lubricants several times a day …
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Media release: On Friday, March 24th @ 1 pm, the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) and the Government of Ontario issued a joint press release announcing a new four-year funding agreement. View the Press Release
Childhood Cancer Warrior Bruce Horak shows “out of this world” strength and tenacity! The OAO is celebrating Bruce during Childhood Cancer Awareness month for showing the world that blindness does not have to get in the way of having an amazing career as an actor.
TORONTO, Jan. 26, 2021 /CNW/ – Ontario optometrists are willing to step up to assist with the rollout of the government’s vaccine implementation plan. “We know that the Ontario government is looking to increase the public’s access to the COVID-19 vaccine,” says Dr. Sheldon Salaba, President of the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO). “Optometrists can help with this by providing vaccinations in-office …
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Ontario’s optometrists are launching an urgent appeal to the Ontario government to end the 30-year neglect in funding for eye care. This chronic underfunding, coupled with the devastating impact of COVID-19 on optometrists’ ability to see patients, threatens Ontarians’ access to these essential health services.
“On a regular basis, my patients often ask what they can to help preserve their vision. One of my recommendations is to include nutrient dense foods in their daily diet. Some of the most important nutrients come from orange vegetables as they are high in beta-carotene, vitamin E, zinc, fibre, vitamin C, lutein and zeaxanthin. These foods may protect against the development and progression of cataracts and macular degeneration. It is recommended to eat at least one orange vegetable daily. Some great options are sweet potatoe, butternut squash, orange peppers, and carrots. Here is a recipe that I’ve created that is rich in eye nutrients and is great during the fall and winter months.”
Korean Bibimbap (translated: mixed rice) is a popular dish that is full of eye-healthy vegetables. Serves 2, easily adjustable for more servings
“Here’s my healthy and delicious alternative to store-bought potato chips. It is low in sodium, baked (not fried) and an overall healthier snack to eat. It uses a few simple ingredients and it is very quick to make as well.”
“This salad is great as a lunch or served as a side dish to grilled salmon. It contains high amounts of eye healthy nutrients including lutein, zeaxanthin, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and fiber.”
