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The 7 Best Natural Ingredients To Fight Glaucoma
Several studies have shown that a healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables with high antioxidants, is linked to reduced risk for glaucoma, especially in older adults that are already at an increased risk for developing glaucoma. What Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disorder that causes damage to important structures within the eye, primarily the…
November 27, 2024
What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?
This article is for informational purposes only and does not diagnose any conditions Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in the world. Although it currently has no cure, there are multiple things that a person can do to help prevent and treat this condition. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)…
October 25, 2024
Retinal Detachment: Vital Info On the Journey to Vision Preservation
A retinal detachment occurs when the retina, a thin layer of light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, separates from its normal position. This separation disrupts the retina's ability to send visual signals to the brain, leading to vision loss that can become permanent if not treated promptly. The condition requires immediate medical attention,…
August 29, 2024
The Best Nutritional Supplement Ingredients for Dry Eye Disease
The best ingredients in nutritional supplements can help to improve the quality and quantity of tears and alleviate some of the symptoms of dry eye disease. Dry eye disease affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. It is often referred to as a multifactorial disease, meaning that it includes a spectrum of different…
August 29, 2024
Essentials of Glaucoma Treatments To Help Reduce Eye Pressure
Although glaucoma cannot be cured, there are treatments available that can effectively manage the condition. Glaucoma treatments are focused on reducing the pressure within the eye (intraocular pressure – IOP) and maintaining a pressure that will reduce the likelihood of further damage to the optic nerve and loss of vision. Often, the vision loss from…
June 28, 2024
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What Do Omega-3 Fatty Acids Do For Our Eyes?
Our brains and eyes are highly concentrated with Omega-3 fatty acids, where they start to accumulate even before we are born, during fetal development. Diets rich in Omega-3 fatty acids have been associated with reduced risk of death from coronary heart disease mortality, slowing of age-related cognitive decline, and a decreased risk of developing late-stage…
ReadThe Basics Of Myopia: Nearsightedness Causes and Treatments
Myopia is not an eye disease, but rather a very common vision condition characterized by difficulty seeing objects that are far away.
ReadAn Easy Guide To Vitamin C and Macular Health
The following article will talk about Vitamin C, how Vitamin C is beneficial for Eye Health, possible risks of not having enough Vitamin C in regards to overall health, and also food and supplements that contain Vitamin C.
ReadThe Main Risks of Zinc Deficiency For Eye Health
Zinc is essential for eye health and overall health. Zinc is a mineral, which is an element that comes from soil and water, unlike vitamins that are organic substances made by plants or animals. Within our bodies, zinc is often referred to as a trace element or micromineral because we only require it in very…
ReadThe Best Nutritional Supplement Ingredients for Dry Eye Disease
The best ingredients in nutritional supplements can help to improve the quality and quantity of tears and alleviate some of the symptoms of dry eye disease. Dry eye disease affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. It is often referred to as a multifactorial disease, meaning that it includes a spectrum of different…
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