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age related macular degeneration
Nutty about pistachios for eye health
New research finds that just two handfuls of pistachios a day can help ward of macular degeneration.
good sleep
March is Sleep Awareness Month
By improving your sleep hygiene, you can potentially overcome the factors contributing to your poor sleep.
childhood nearsightedness
Childhood myopia on the rise with increased screen time
According to comprehensive study results published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, there is a link between increased screen time and the risk of children developing myopia (nearsightedness).
cataract
New Light Adjustable Lens approved by the FDA
Light Adjustable Lenses are a type of intraocular lens (IOL) made by RxSIGHT® that is the first and only lens available that offers customization after cataract surgery.
low vision
Getting help for your wet AMD with smartphone Apps
For people trying to manage their wet AMD symptoms, utilizing phone apps may help with making every day tasks easier.
diet
Putting some "sparkle" in your weight loss regimen
A recent report published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health found that the carbon dioxide (CO2) in carbonated "sparkling" water may help weight loss efforts.
healthy eating
Live a longer life by eating oatmeal?
The positive health benefits of eating oatmeal have been known for a while and a recent study suggests that eating oatmeal may promote longevity.
age related macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration risk linked to both low and high HDL levels
A recent study published in Ophthalmology evaluated clinical and genetic data to determine the influence of lipid metabolism on AMD risk.
glaucoma
Biomarkers identified that can predict glaucoma patients' risk of vision loss
Glaucoma affects more than 4 million adults in the United States and it is the leading cause of vision loss in the world. Even with the current treatments available, some patients still lose vision.