It’s been a warm and, more importantly, bright spring thus far in Calgary. With all this sunlight, your eyes are being worked to maximum capacity. In today’s blog, we have some tips to keep your vision healthy.
1. Schedule an Eye Exam
The majority of vision problems can be fixed when they are caught early. Many patients are pleasantly surprised when a simple prescription results in a huge improvement in their sight. Unfortunately, some vision problems like glaucoma and diabetic eye disease have no symptoms. An annual eye exam is necessary for diagnosis.
2. Eating a Nutritious Diet
Is there anything that good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle can’t do? Eating a diet rich in dark leafy greens provides your eyes with a solid dose of nutrients to keep them performing at a top level. Proper nutrition also leads to greater health. Being overweight or obese increases the chances of developing diabetes, which can have negative effects on your vision.
3. Ditch the Cigarettes
Smoking is not only bad for your eyes, it’s terrible for the rest of your body.
4. Put on Sunglasses
Sunglasses help to make you look cooler and protect your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
For more tips on how to maintain your vision, contact Dr. Jivraj at Market Mall Optometry in Calgary today at 403-286-4884.
