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Be Practical About Your Eye Health

Be Practical About Your Eye Health

Remember to give your eyes a rest!

How is eye health a lot like plumbing? They’re both easy to overlook when things are going well! When you’re seeing well and have no irritation, you may think there’s no need to go to the eye doctor. However, problems or not, it’s still important to take care of your eyes! Oftentimes, when you wait until you notice a problem, it may be too late. Take a look at these easy ways to be practical about your eye health!

Go Easy On The Morning Coffee

While two servings of caffeine a day can protect against dry eyes, you should slow down on the java! If you have more than 2 servings, caffeine can reduce your tear film, causing your eyes to dry out! This can lead to some serious irritation. So, enjoy your daily buzz…but proceed with caution.

Keep Your Appointments

Having regular exams is critical to your eye health. Make sure your eye doctor knows your accurate health history, including any changes from the time of your last visit. Children should first see the eye doctor between the ages of 6 and 12 months. Adults should have annual eye checkups. And yes…even if you’ve had LASIK and see perfectly, it’s important to detect visual problems early to avoid problems down the road.

Chow Down On The Good Stuff

Eating healthy foods is great for your waistline, heart health, and your eyes too! There are so many great benefits of a healthy diet. Protect against macular degeneration by eating dark leafy greensm, which are rich in lutein, like Swiss chard, kale, and spinach. Choosing foods with high levels of Omega-3, such as fish and walnuts, have been known to reduce inflammation in the blood vessels of the eye.

Take A Break With The 20-20-20 Rule

In a world filled with technology, most people work in front of a computer all day. It is important to give your eyes (and your brain) a break! Remember the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. In addition to breaking the constant strain on your eyes, you can help to refresh them by increased blinking. When using a computer, try to stay an arm’s distance away to avoid dry eyes and strain on your eyes.

Toss The Contact Case Regularly

If you haven’t had LASIK and still wear contacts, be sure to replace your contact lens case every two to three months. The primary reason for contact lens complications is a nasty case. More often than not, contact cases are kept in humid bathroom environments. As clean as your bathroom may be, it’s still a breeding ground for bacteria. Replace your case often and keep it in a clean, dry place. As an extra precaution, entirely empty the case of all the solution daily. Thoroughly rinse and dry the case before putting it away.

EyeLASIK is here to help you take care of your eyes for a lifetime, not just to see clearly. Today’s tips are simple ways to be practical about your eye health so you can enjoy good eye health!