Hello
friends..! You might
know that your eyes are an important part of your body. There are many things
you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your
best. Protecting your eyesight is one of the most important
things you can do to help maintain your quality of life.
Some type of sight-threatening eye problem affects one in six adults age 45 and
older. And the risk for vision loss only increases with age.
> Following are the
12 most significant tips for maintaining healthy eyes well forever:-
1. Wear protective
sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV light.
Wear protective
eye wear when playing sports or doing activities around the home. Protective
eye wear includes safety glasses and goggles, safety shields, and eye guards
specially designed to provide the correct protection for a certain activity.
Most protective eye wear lenses are made of polycarbonate, which is 10 times
stronger than other plastics. . When purchasing sunglasses, look for ones that
block out 99 to 100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation. Many eye care
providers sell protective eye wear, as do some sporting
goods stores. When outdoors during daytime, always
wear sunglasses that shield your eyes from 100 percent of the sun's
harmful ultraviolet rays. This may help reduce your risk of
cataracts, pinguecula and other eye problems. "Studies also have shown that
eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids may reduce your risk of
developing muscular degeneration". Also, consider supplementing your diet
with eye vitamins to make sure you are getting adequate amounts of
the nutrients you need to keep your eyes healthy.
2. Eat healthy to
protect your eyes sight.
Carrots are good for
your eyes. But eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, particularly dark
leafy greens such as spinach, collard greens is important for keeping your eyes
healthy. "Research has also shown there are eye health benefits from eating
fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, tuna,
and halibut". Numerous studies have shown that antioxidants can
possibly reduce the risk of cataracts. These antioxidants are obtained from
eating a diet containing plentiful amounts of fruits and colourful or dark green
vegetables.
3. Know your family’s
eyes health history.
Talk to your family
members about their eye health history. It’s important to know if anyone has
been diagnosed with a disease or condition since many are hereditary. This will
help to determine if you are at higher risk for developing an eye disease
or condition.
4. Maintain a healthy
weight.
Being overweight or
obese increases your risk of developing diabetes, blood pressure and other
systemic conditions, which can lead to vision loss, such as diabetic eye
disease or glaucoma. If you are having trouble maintaining a healthy weight,
talk to your doctor. If you left untreated, these diseases can cause
eye problems. In particular, diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to
vision loss from diabetic retinopathy, muscular degeneration and eye
strokes.
5. Quit smoking and
never start again.
Smoking is as bad for
your eyes as it is for the rest of your body. "Research has linked smoking to an
increased risk of developing age-related muscular degeneration, cataract, and
optic nerve damage, all of which can lead to blindness". So, leave smoking today.
6. Give your eyes a
rest.
If you spend a lot of
time at the PC, laptops, tablets or focusing on any one thing, you sometimes
forget to blink and your eyes can get fatigued. Try the 20-20 rule, every 20
minutes, look away about 20 feet in front of you for 20 seconds. This can help
reduce eyestrain.
7. Clean your hands
and your contact lenses properly.
To avoid the risk of
infection, always wash your hands thoroughly before putting in or taking out
your contact lenses. Make sure to disinfect contact lenses as instructed and
replace them as appropriate. Abuse, such as sleeping in contacts that
are not approved for overnight wear, using saliva or water as a wetting
solution, using expired solutions, and using disposable contact lenses beyond
their wear can result in corneal ulcers, severe pain and even vision loss.
8. Practice healthy working environment.
Most employers are
required to provide a safe healthy work environment. When protective eye wear is
required as a part of your job, make a habit of wearing the appropriate type at
all times and encourage your coworkers to do the same.
9. Early intervention.
Most serious eye
conditions, such as glaucoma and AMD, are more easily and successfully treated
if diagnosed and treated early. Left untreated, these diseases can cause
serious vision loss and blindness. Early intervention now will prevent vision
loss later.
10. Always know
your eye care provider.
When you go to get
your eyes checked, there are a variety of eye care providers you might see.
Ophthalmologists, optometrists and opticians all play an important role in
providing eye care services to consumers. However, each has a different level
of training and expertise. Make sure you are seeing the right provider for your
condition or treatment. Ophthalmologists are specially trained to provide
the full spectrum of eye care, from prescribing glasses and contact lenses to
complex and delicate eye surgery.
11. Look for warning signs of changes in your vision
If you start noticing
changes in your vision, see your eye doctor immediately. Some trouble signs to
look for are double vision, hazy vision and difficulty seeing in low light
conditions. Other signs and symptoms of potentially serious eye problems that
warrant immediate attention include red eyes, frequent flashes of
light, floaters, and eye pain and swelling.
12. Get your eyes checked in at least every two years
A comprehensive
eye exam, including dilating your can determine your risk for major eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy,
which has no early warning signs or symptoms. An eye exam also can ensure that
your prescription for eye glasses or contact lenses is up to date.
> Regularly eating these foods can help you to lead good health eyes:-
Green, leafy
vegetables such as spinach, kale, and collards.
Salmon, tuna, and
other oily fish.
Eggs, nuts, beans, and
other non-meat protein sources.
Oranges and other
citrus fruits or juices.
Oysters and pork.
Very helpful tips for eye care, thanks.
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