Eyesight is one of the most important aspects of your overall well-being, and most people can’t even imagine life without it. Taking the health of your eyes for granted is something that should never happen. Make sure that you’re doing all that you can to protect yourself from potential harm by following these helpful tips:
Make Dietary Changes
Did you know that what’s on your plate can affect what’s in your field of vision? By eating foods rich in nutrients that are great for eyesight, such as omega 3 fatty acids, zinc, vitamin C, vitamin E and lutein, you can ward off vision problems that tend to plague us as we slowly creep toward old age, or for some sooner than the others. Remember to consume plenty of leafy greens, oily fish, proteins and citrus juices, which all help to keep cataracts and macular degeneration at bay.
Don’t Smoke
Smoking is one of the worst habits for a person’s health, and its effects on eyesight can be irreversible. Those who smoke cigarettes and cigars on a regular basis put themselves at much higher risk of developping cataracts and damaging their optic nerves. If you have attempted to quit smoking in the past and failed, then be sure to try again, since your continued optical health (and not only) is very much at stake!
Wear Your Sunglasses
When your eyes are going to be exposed to UV rays over the long haul, wearing the right kind of sunglasses can make a world of difference. It’s best to choose a pair of sunglasses that offer blockage of at least 99 percent of UV rays. Wraparound lenses are especially helpful when it comes to protecting your eyes from a side view and for driving purposes, use polarized lenses. Don’t worry about the cost, as with Target coupon codes from Discountrue.com you will be able to find what you need without spending too much. While contact lenses offer some protection, wearing sunglasses is still recommended.
Take Breaks From The Computer Screen
In the modern times many of us have careers that cause us to spend an inordinate amount of time in front of a computer. If you are staring at a screen for the bulk of each day, this can cause your eyes to become strained, your vision to become blurry and you may have trouble focusing on items that are some distance away. Make sure your glasses prescription is up to date and position your computer so that your eyes remain level with the top of the monitor while remaining in a correct sitting position.
Visit The Optometrist Regularly
Everyone needs to see an optometrist regularly, even small children. Eye exams can uncover maladies during their earliest stages, so that they can be nipped in the bud. Ophthalmologists are also important, since they can treat diseases and perform surgeries. While an optometrist also has specialized training, they are not able to perform surgeries and offer only general eye care. All in all, the important part is that you see someone with expertise.
Mum’s Two Cents
These tips and tricks are essential in taking care of our eyes. These also reminds me to visit the optometrist and update my reading glasses very soon. Which are you adding to your routine to make sure your eyes are in tip top shape?
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Hay! It’s really important to take care of our eyes. Ang hirap ng sobrang labo ng mata like me. Nice tips here.
So true. I do not have a 20/20 vision either, and it is very difficult.
Guilty! I don’t follow these rules! 🙁 I should be taking care of my eyes more carefully this year.
Yup, something to add to our 2016 to-do list, right?
I have been abusing my eyes as in as I spend longer time facing monitors from computer or smartphones… this posts reminds me to take really good care of my eyes…thanks mommy 🙂
You are more than welcome mummy! ^_^
I need to include food rich in Omega 3 in my diet pala. Badly need to take care of my eyes para hindi na lumalala ung labo ng mata ko
korek, mother! 🙂
I am so lucky that I have a 20/20 vision and that I don’t smoke =). You are perfectly right that we should take breaks whenever we used computers and other gadgets!
You sure are lucky! It has been eons ago when I last enjoyed a 20/20 vision. Yup, it is of utmost importance to not strain the eyes further and give them the rest that they deserve.
This reminds me I should follow up on my glasses. I’m guilty of spending too much time on my mobile phone haha
Aren’t we all are? I’ve already included updating my glasses and visiting the ophthalmologist in my January to-do list.
I hate smoking and I try to eat really healthy foods that would be good for my eyes. But how to limit screen time? for me its the hardest to do. lol
I agree. It is also a struggle in our household. Haha
Hala! Guilty mom here. I haven’t changed pa my contact lenses. Worst, I havent had my eyes checked. Thanks for the reminder.
hays.. i’ve been wearing glasses since 2nd year high school. “nasira” yung mata ko during the years na madalas mag brownout (studying with a candle lang) and i keep on wearing my dad’s glasses.. ang cool kasi tingnan dati.. but now, how i wish i took care of my eyes talaga. ang hirap! T_T
I know smoking is bad but I didn’t know it had an effect on eyesight too.