Age-related macular degeneration or AMD is the leading cause of loss of vision for people 50 and above. The macula is the small spot near the retina, which is important for sharp, focused, and central vision. It is the most sensitive part of the retina. The macula contains millions of light-sensing cells. When the macula […]
Every food is a gift of nature, and has its benefits on our body. Some are good for weight loss, some promote a healthy heart, and some foods are necessary for building your bones. Similarly, some foods are necessary for healthy eyes i.e. for promoting good vision and preventing eye diseases. The foods that are […]
Hyperopia or farsightedness is the vision problem where one can view distant objects more clearly than nearer ones. The objects near the individual appear blurry or less clear. People with severe hyperopia can experience blurred vision of both distant and near objects, where near objects appear hazier. How Does Hyperopia Occur? Light bends and changes […]
Your eye lids are designed to protect the more sensitive inner parts. The sclera and cornea protect your eyes from dust, bacteria and foreign particles by keeping them from entering your eyes. The way your eyes are embedded in the socket of your skull protects them from many injuries or falls which you can sustain […]
You have several things to consider when picking the sunglasses. The sunglasses you buy should look right on your face, but you also have to make sure you are buying the glasses with a good quality of frame and lens. Let us dig into the details of buying the right pair of shades. Face Type […]
Diabetic retinopathy is a major cause of emulsified eyesight among diabetic patients and indicates the onset of blindness among aged adults. Diabetic retinopathy also results in DME, a condition where a part of the retina known as macula starts to swell. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a great medical concern worldwide. First Signs of Diabetic Retinopathy […]
Digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome, is a condition where an individual experiences vision-related problems. This is especially true for those people who are quite fond of using digital devices, like a tablet, e-reader, and smartphone, etc. What Causes Digital Eye Strain? Advances in technology have increased the rate at which we […]
Protecting your vision and sight is very important, especially in the case of children’s eyesight. Children are involved in sports, physical, and recreational activities – which can lead to may incidental falls or injuries. A child’s eyes are very susceptible to any kind of serious fall, hit, cut, or scratch. Most of the eye injuries […]
It never hurts you or your eye-sight to look at the bright side of things, but that might not be possible for someone suffering from astigmatism, myopia or hyperopia. These three are eye disorders, or to be more clear – refraction errors. This is because they refract or bend light, causing partial focus on the […]
Living in the digital age, we spend hours in front of a computer or a laptop screen every day without realizing its effect on our body. Your body gets physically stressed when you expose it to blue light that is emitted from these devices for a long time. You become more prone to headaches, stiff […]
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