Cataracts: Understanding Early Signs
Has your vision been declining and you are wondering if you need a stronger pair of prescription eyeglasses? Weakening vision could be an early sign that a cataract is forming.
Has your vision been declining and you are wondering if you need a stronger pair of prescription eyeglasses? Weakening vision could be an early sign that a cataract is forming.
Most people think that’s the extent of an eye exam. Your optometrist can detect signs of up to 270 different health conditions, long before symptoms show up anywhere else.
Your eyes are vital indicators of your overall health. Here are five straightforward steps you can take to protect your vision and support lifelong eye health.
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
An emerging consensus is forming that a decreased amount of time spent outdoors is significantly increasing the risk of myopia among school-aged children.
However, if governments fail to invest in eye care, vision health challenges faced by Canadians will only get worse as the population ages. This is the situation we are facing in Ontario. Decades of underfunding and neglect by the provincial government has pushed the eye care system to the brink.
When you think about nutrition, you may not be thinking about how it can impact the health of your eyes, in addition to your overall wellness.
On a regular basis, my patients often ask what they can do to help preserve their vision. One of my recommendations is to include nutrient-dense foods on their daily diet. Here’s a delicious recipe for a healthy, nutrient-rich butternut squash soup.
Korean Bibimbap (translated: mixed rice) is a popular dish that is full of eye-healthy vegetables. Serves 2, easily adjustable for more servings
This hummus gets an extra boost of beta-carotene from the pumpkin, making it the perfect eye-healthy snack to dip your veggies or crackers in.