Antioxidants Yes! While our diet contains numerous antioxidants that promote health, three, known collectively as “macular pigment,” play a particularly crucial role in eye health. Macular pigment testing measures the levels of antioxidants present in the central retina (called...
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Ok well, not all chocolate is good for your eyes. But some types of chocolate may certainly be better than others! Let’s start by discussing the benefits of Cocoa on cardiovascular health. How is chocolate healthy for my heart? Cocoa...
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Have you experienced blurry vision? Blurry vision is one of the most common concerns I see on a daily basis. There can be many different causes of blurry vision, which is why it is crucial to have a full visual...
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Myopia (more commonly known as nearsightedness) has been well understood by eye care professionals for as long as glasses have been prescribed. However, in recent years the conversation around how we should manage, or control myopia has become somewhat of...
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When it comes to diet and nutrients in our food, there can be a tendency to over complicate what is truly healthy for us. Phytochemicals are the biologically active chemicals that give plant foods their appetizing colours, tastes, and aromas....
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Poor, impaired or blurry vision is frustrating, and our eyes only seem to get worse as we get older. There’s no need to feel completely hopeless, though. There are plenty of great ways to improve your eyesight naturally at home,...
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A “scientific” term with serious consequences; age-related macular degeneration (AMD) isn’t a disease to take lightly. You’re probably wondering what macular degeneration is and why you even need to worry about it. To put it simply, AMD is when a...
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Two years have flown by and it’s time to book your routine appointment with your eye care specialist. Are you prepared for your check-up? Here are some valuable tips that will encourage a more productive appointment for both you and...
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