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How To Improve Eyesight Naturally At Home

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  If the question is how to improve eyesight , then the answer is good habits. We live in a world that is quite unfriendly for our eyes. Our day begins and ends with staring at small fonts and images on our smartphone/computers. So, it is no surprise how common things like eye fatigue and eye diseases are. Along with this, these devices also emit harmful blue light that can make your eye problems even worse. But this doesn’t mean that you cannot do anything to boost your eyesight. This includes a few eye exercises and diet modifications. Eating the best foods for eye health can make a world of a difference to your eyesight. Eat more antioxidant-rich foods such as leafy greens, yellow pepper, egg yolks, pumpkin, carrots and sweet potatoes. Yellow and green vegetables also help you avoid macular generation, which can sometimes lead to blindness. Also, if you’re non-vegetarian, eat more fish as it is rich in fatty acids. Sulphur-rich foods such as garlic and onions help in preventing...

4 Winter Eye Problems And How To Fix Them

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  As the cold weather continues to draw closer, it’s time to take all the blankets and sweaters from the closet and get ready to get cozy. However, winter does not come without problems. In particular, the snow and cold air can be very bad for your eyes. The extreme temperatures and precipitation of the season does no favors for your eyes. Whether you love winter or hate it, you still have to take steps to protect yourself from the potential hazards of this weather. While you probably remember to wear your jacket before going outside, you may overlook the threat this season poses for your eyes. 1.      Dry Eyes The cold outdoor air has less moisture in them compared to other environments. Winter often comes with issues such as dry skin, chapped lips, and dry eyes due to low humidity. Cold winter winds can also cause your eyes to become dry. To combat this drying ability of winter air, its best to drink as much water as you can and increase your intake of omega-3...

5 Important Facts About Astigmatism You Need To Know

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  Have you heard the term astigmatism before? Astigmatism is a common refractive error that changes the ability of the eye to focus light. It occurs when the curvature of the eye is irregularly shaped, preventing the light rays from meeting at a common focus. Most people tend to have a degree of astigmatism, though many may not notice it. It can, however, in severe cases cause significant vision issues. Do you suspect that you might have astigmatism? If you want to know whether or not you have astigmatism, you can either visit an eye care professional or take an astigmatism test online. If you do indeed have astigmatism, then here are 5 things you need to know. 1.      Astigmatism is caused due to an irregularly-shaped cornea If you have astigmatism, you must have experienced out-of-focus eyesight from any distance. This is because your cornea (the transparent surface of the eye) is shaped like a football instead of the normal spherical structure of an...

7 False Myths About Eye Care You Should Know

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  There are many myths related to eyesight and vision that make you confused about what’s good for your eyes and what isn’t. But, how many of them are really true? There are many old wives' tales about the eyes. If you want to improve your vision, here's what you need to know about eye care facts and fiction. 1.      Myth: Wearing glasses or contacts will weaken eyesight No, your eyes will not become dependent on glasses or contacts and turn weak as a result. Corrective lenses do just that, correct your eyesight - they neither weaken nor strengthen your eyesight. You may have a different prescription over time as a result of aging or the presence of disease, but it will not be due to your current prescription. 2.      Myth: Reading in dim light will harm your vision No, while it is not recommended, dim lighting will not harm your eyesight or eye health. However, it will tire out your eyes more quickly. The best position to put your re...

5 Eye Care Tips For Computer Users

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  Staring at your computer screen for hours on end can really damage your eyes. While you work in front of a computer, your eyes keep focusing and refocusing. As you read something on your screen, your eyes will move back and forth. Often, you will have to look at a lot of documents while working and keep switching your eyes between the document and the computer screen. Doing this makes your eyes respond to the changing images on the screen in order to allow your brain to process what you are seeing with your eyes. These tasks cause strain on your eye muscles. The flicker, contrast and glare of the screen makes things even worse for your eyes. If you are already suffering from an eye problem, then it’s like adding fuel to fire. As you age, working in front of a computer screen becomes even more difficult as the lenses in your eyes start to become less flexible than before.   Most screens are backlit with blue light, which can interfere with your sleep cycle. A study was ...

Eye Health: 5 Natural Eye Care Tips to Improve Your Eyesight

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  Our eyes are one of the most important senses we have. They do far more than just help us interact visually with the world. They smile, laugh, cry and when words fail us our eyes take over the job of expressing our feelings and thoughts beautifully. Therefore, keeping your vision protected is one of the most important things you can do for a better quality of life. But unfortunately, most people don't pay as much attention to their eyes as they do to their face. Moreover, our strenuous lifestyle, toxic environment and improper diet have made things worse. Because of all these things, wrinkles, dark circles, facial puffiness etc. have become common problems. In addition, the risk of vision loss also increases with age. Taking care of your eyes, just like you do with your skin and face, will ensure that you always look and feel at your best. It will help protect you against age related diseases like macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma etc. To protect your...

Good Foods to Improve Eyesight Naturally

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  Eyes are complex organs with various parts. Each of these parts work together to let us see clearly. Eyesight is one of our most important senses. It is very important that we protect our eye health in order to reduce the chances of blindness and vision loss and diseases such as cataract and glaucoma. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is the most important step towards better overall health. This includes healthy eyes. These are healthy foods for eyes to help you maintain good vision and delay age-related eye diseases such as macular degeneration, dry eyes, issues with night vision, etc. 1.      Grapes   According to recent research, grapes can help in keeping cataracts away. It is not unusual to develop cataracts as you age with it being one of the most common eye problems. Currently, there are 18 million people worldwide undergoing cataract treatment. You develop cataracts when the natural lens inside the eye turns cloudy and impairs your vision. To ...