Photophobia literally means “fear of light,” but it just means that you are overly sensitive to light. Light sensitivity might be temporary, but it can be an indicator or symptom of another problem. People with photophobia experience pain, tearing, and sometimes headaches especially when they are out in bright light too long. A common summer … Continue reading “Light Sensitivity: A Symptom of Another Problem”
Everyone is sensitive to light to some degree, but light sensitivity, or photophobia is an abnormal intolerance for light. Discomfort can be experienced from light sources such as sunlight and fluorescent or other artificial lights. It may cause the person with light sensitivity to squint or to have to close their eyes. It can cause pain … Continue reading “Photophobia: When the Eyes Have Extreme Light Sensitivity”
Do you find that your eyes are sensitive to bright lights? A study published in the journal Optometry & Vision Science describes how the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin were found to positively effect many visual performance issues (including contrast sensitivity) when one is exposed to glaring light conditions. Carotenoids are organic pigments that are naturally … Continue reading “Improve Eyes’ Light Sensitivity with Lutein and Zeaxanthin”
We have written extensively about how excess exposure to blue light can, over time, negatively affect vision. Not only does it affect our vision and ability to fall asleep, but it can also harm skin health, and neural pathways in the brain are affected in various ways.
In today’s digital age, our eyes are under constant stress from extended screen time on computers, tablets and smartphones. This leads to digital eye strain, tired eyes, fatigue, and even long-term vision concerns. At Natural Eye Care, we are committed to helping you maintain healthy vision naturally. This blog post discusses the scientifically studied ingredients … Continue reading “Reducing Digital Eye Strain, Tired Eyes and Fatigue Naturally”
Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness among adults. Poor blood sugar balance can damage nerves, so nerve support is crucial for people with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is a serious eye condition stemming primarily from imbalances in blood sugar levels. When blood sugar is not properly managed, the body’s delicate nerve tissues, including the … Continue reading “Diabetic Retinopathy, Sugar Balance and Retinal Support”
The cornea plays a crucial role in our vision. It is the transparent tissue at the front of the eyeball where light enters the eye. Approximately 65% to 75% of the refraction of light occurs in the cornea. The cornea also protects against external threats and harmful UV radiation. However, this vital part of our … Continue reading “Corneal Health: Best Ways to Help Your Eyes”
Viewing the eyes from a comprehensive, interconnected perspective allows us to best support the health of our entire body, eyes, and brain. The entire body encompasses the connection between the mind, body, emotions, and spirit. This approach has served as a cornerstone of good health for millennia in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, as well as … Continue reading “Homeopathy and the Eyes”
Homeopathic eye drops are in high demand among people experiencing dry eye, redness, and digital eye strain. At Natural Eye Care, we are excited to announce that our website offers a new line of homeopathic eye drops from Sunnie. Several of our flagship eye drops for these issues are no longer available, but Sunnie has … Continue reading “New Homeopathic Eye Drops: Dryness, Redness, and Digital Eye Strain”
1 in 10 Adults Get Ocular Rosacea Ocular rosacea is an inflammation of the white of the eye caused by immune system weakness. It can also affect the cornea and usually develops only in the eyes. It appears in combination with the skin version of rosacea in 20% of facial rosacea patients. Bird’s Eye View … Continue reading “Natural Support for Ocular Rosacea”