Hormonal imbalance during menopause transition is one of the common side-effects in women nowadays. The reason is lack of reproductive hormones such as progesterone and estrogens in the body. According to medical professionals, low levels of reproductive hormones impacts women’s health in many ways, causing some uncomfortable symptoms such as hot flashes. Dry eyes, in […]
How to Keep Your Eyes Safe in the Pool
Whether you are in sand, the ocean, or anywhere else in the great outdoors, summer holds a convincing power to bring you out of your house. This is when you expose your eyes to several dangerous infections and allergies. One possible risk is the swimming pool, which is the culprit of many deleterious eye infections, […]
Different Types of Sunglasses
It’s no surprise that a good pair of shades can add to your dapper look, but they also are the perfect solution to protect your eyes on a dazzling summer day. If you are obsessed with various aviator shades or oversized lenses, then understanding which type of shades or sunglasses suit you is very important. […]
Children’s Vision and Electronic Screens
No question, a child and electronic devices like computers, iPads, or gaming consoles are inseparable. These devices have become an integral part of children’s life. In current times, a child is exposed to technology before the age of five. These devices have influenced teaching methods as well. And now, 91% of schoolrooms in the US […]
What Causes Nearsightedness?
Do farther objects or distance appear blurred to you? If so, it is highly likely that you are suffering from nearsightedness, or myopia. This condition is potent enough to affect the quality of your life due to blurry vision. Eye specialists suggest that it occurs if your eyeball is longer than the normal size or […]
Preparing your Child for a Visit to the Optometrist
It is no mystery that children try to copy whatever they see. This is why it is quintessential to make sure that their eyes are in top notch condition. A good way to keep their eyes in a good condition is regularly visiting the optometrist to get their eyes checked. Going for regular visits will […]
The Basics of Eyewear Care
Most people hate two main things about eyewear. Firstly, it does not come cheap, and secondly, most eyewear is extremely delicate. Therefore, it is important that you take the utmost care of your eyewear. There are numerous suggestions you can follow to make sure that your eyewear is in top condition. Here are some basics […]
How Being Overweight Affects Your Vision
Obesity is something that is already detrimental to begin with, but if you take a deeper look, there are numerous other problems that are caused because of it. The number of people with obesity in almost every country is quite staggering. It is abundantly clear that obesity is gaining prevalence in most parts of the […]
UV Damage Does Not End When Summer Does
The sun is shining above your head, literally every day of your life. It can be behind the clouds, but it is still there. Many people are under the impression that sun rays affect them only during the summer. The truth is that this idea is a misconception because the damaging UV rays are present […]
Vision Problems Could Mean Bigger Problems for the Body
Regular visits to your optometrist can not only detect eye problems, but may also identify underlying medical disorders as well. No question a hidden health problem affects your eyes, and you should consider it as a symptom. You should not overlook this condition as it might contribute to a chronic disease. An optometrist conducts a […]