The macula, located at the center of the retina, plays a vital role in providing sharp, central vision necessary for tasks like reading, driving, and perceiving fine details. However, when a hole forms in the macula, it can lead to central vision becoming distorted, darkened, or even lost over time if left untreated. In the … Continue reading “What Are Macular Holes And Can They Heal Naturally?”
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month—a time to shed light on an eye disease that is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the US. Seniors are especially at risk. Glaucoma, often dubbed “the silent thief,” primarily impacts peripheral vision. Severe and untreated cases can lead to blindness. This stealthy eye disease can progress unnoticed until … Continue reading “Prevent and Support Glaucoma: The Silent Thief”
Senior citizens have the highest rates of eye issues and conditions. This includes macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, dry eyes, poor night vision and eye floaters. These diseases and conditions can also happen in much younger people. You get most of your sensory input through vision. Healthy vision is essential for daily functioning, independence … Continue reading “Foods That Seniors Need to Combat Eye Disease”
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a whole-body, personalized approach to managing health conditions and pain. Developed in ancient China, TCM unblocks the flow of energy in the body – the “chi.” Practitioners stimulate specific points on the body using tiny, sterile needles. They may also recommend herbal formulas. The acupuncture points are on the body’s meridians, … Continue reading “Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Support Eye and Lens Health?”
Myopia is one of the main reasons people start wearing glasses when they are young. Far objects are blurry, and close-up objects are clear when you are nearsighted or myopic. Did you know that lifestyle and daily habits can have a big impact on the development of myopia? Reducing the risk of myopia in children … Continue reading “Why Avoid Myopia? How to Reduce the Risk of Nearsightedness”
Did you know that proper nutrition and exercise can help prevent diabetic retinopathy?1 Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a potentially blinding complication of diabetes that damages the eye’s retina; it is a leading cause of vision loss in the world. About 10% of Americans have diabetes. One in three people with diabetes has symptoms of diabetic … Continue reading “Nutrition for Diabetic Retinopathy”
Our bodies are designed to handle stressful situations, referred to as the “flight or fight” mode, wherein when we need to quickly react, the body goes into action and produces hormones that stimulate the adrenal system, raise cortisol levels, and gets our muscles instantly ready to go. Once that situation is resolved, our body has … Continue reading “Effect of Stress on Our Eyes & Health”
Liver, Chinese Medicine and Eye Health You may have heard that the eyes are related to the liver. But how can that be and what does that mean? What are the practical implications? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners understand that the health of the body is intimately connected to the flow – or blockage – … Continue reading “What is the Connection Between the Liver and the Eyes?”
Looking for detailed information on a specific eye condition? Natural Eye Care is releasing a series of Mini-Books. Each short book focuses on a specific eye condition, such as Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Cataracts, Dry Eyes, and Eye Floaters. These self-help books explore natural ways to help protect and support healthy vision. Discover specific nutrients, diet, … Continue reading “New! Natural Eye Care Series of Mini-Books on Eye Disease and Conditions”
Getting a thorough eye exam has always been about more than reading letters off an eye chart. That is even truer today. One reason: We are harder on our eyes than ever before. Many of us spend hours each day staring and squinting at screens, developing digital eyestrain, and exposing our eyes to potentially damaging … Continue reading “The Eye Exam: A New Look by Dr. Grossman – 2020 Vision”