Category: Dry Eyes

Summer Eye Care FAQ

5/1/2025

Summer is almost here. That may mean vacations, swimming at the lake, and spending time in the sunshine. Your summer plans may not include thinking about eye care. However, caring for your eyes and safeguarding your vision is important year-round.

Understanding how sunshine, higher temperatures, and warm weather activities can affect your vision is helpful for promoting good eye health this summer.

Continue reading for some common eye care questions and answers on summer eye health.

Five Facts on Aging and Vision | Older American Month

5/1/2025

Certain changes to your eyes and vision can occur as you age. Some of these changes are a natural part of aging, and some are more likely to appear depending on your lifestyle.

While it is true that aging can change your eyes, it is also important to understand that not all vision changes are inevitable.

May is Older Americans Month, which spotlights the health and wellness of adults as they age. Educating yourself on vision changes and understanding controllable factors can help you maintain eye health for a lifetime.

Interesting Eye Facts

4/1/2025

Until you have a problem with your vision, you may not even think about your eyes or vision. However, the human eye is a pretty fascinating organ. Without thinking about it, your eye and brain work together to rapidly transmit and decipher the images you see.

Continuing reading to get an idea of how complex and special the eye is.

Ten Healthy Eye Habits to Adopt in the New Year

1/1/2025

The New Year is a good time to adopt lifestyle habits that promote good vision and healthy eyes. Sticking to healthy eye habits all year long helps reduce the risk of eye diseases, injuries, and vision loss. Even small changes can have a positive impact on your eye health.

Below are several helpful vision habits to adopt in the new year.

How Winter Air Affects Your Eyes and How to Compensate

12/1/2024

Depending on what part of the country you live in, winter weather may mean increased wind, dry air, and more time spent indoors. This may be the perfect recipe for dry eyes.

Dry eyes can occur if your eyes do not produce enough tears to stay wet. Occasional dry eyes may happen to almost everyone. However, some people develop chronic dry eyes, which can lead to significant discomfort and increase the risk of an eye infection.

The Surprising Links Between Nutrition and Eye Diseases

12/1/2024

The food you eat affects more than just your waistline. Your diet and nutrients can play a role in your risk of diseases, your energy level, and your overall health. Nutrition may also affect your eye health.

The nutrients you need may vary based on your age and gender. However, in general, certain nutrients may be beneficial for eye health, and others may be detrimental.

What Causes Light Sensitivity?

11/1/2024

Squinting in bright sunlight and taking a moment for your eyes to adjust when going from a dark environment to light is usually normal. However, photophobia involves an abnormal intolerance to light.

Light sensitivity is a common symptom of various eye diseases, migraines, and medical conditions. In most cases, light sensitivity is temporary and treatment is often not needed. However, it is helpful to recognize the causes of photophobia since it may be a symptom of a serious eye disease.

The article below examines the causes, symptoms, and treatments for photophobia.

Spotlight on Eye Health and The Holidays

11/1/2024

Your holiday to-do list may include shopping, gift wrapping, and preparing for holiday parties. Maintaining healthy eyes may not be on your radar, but you shouldn't take a holiday break from safeguarding your vision.

Unfortunately, changes in diet, exercise, and sleep may all occur during the holiday season and have an adverse effect on your eyes. Additionally, travel during the holidays may impact your eyes.

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