Essentials for Healthy Eyes

Eyes are very delicate organs and require extra care during these times of unlimited screen time. Knowing how to take care of your eyes can help you prevent many painful eye problems and help preserve your sight better for longer.
Steps to protect your eye health
Eye friendly diet
Omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zinc, vitamin C and vitamin E may protect your eyes against macular degeneration and cataract that develop due to aging. Include green leafy vegetables, oily fish, eggs, nuts, beans, plant protein and citrus fruits in your diet to keep your eyes healthy.
Manage your weight
Obesity and excess weight can lead to type 2 diabetes. Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to diabetic retinopathy which causes blindness. Keep your weight in check and get regular eye check-up if you have diabetes.
Protect your eyes from UV rays and injury
Excess exposure to UV rays can damage your eyes. It causes cataract and macular degeneration. Always wear sunglasses that offer protection from UVA and UVB rays. When you engage in any activity that can be hazardous to your eyes, wear adequate protection. Certain occupations and sports can lead to eye injury. Wear goggles with polycarbonate lenses or helmets with protective face masks whenever necessary to protect your eyes.
Protection from screens
Too much screen time can cause dry eyes, blurred vision, eye strain, focusing problems and headaches. Get your eyes checked regularly and wear the right prescription glasses or lenses. Place the screen at comfortable eye level, blink your eye often and take frequent breaks to give your eyes time to relax and focus on distant objects. If eye strain persists, consult your ophthalmologist.
Get regular eye check-ups
Don’t postpone or cancel your periodic eye check-ups. Eye problems such as glaucoma do not have any symptoms. You can detect them only with a periodic eye check-up. If you have a family history of glaucoma or other hereditary eye problems, or if you have high blood pressure or diabetes, you should have more frequent eye check-ups as advised by your eye doctor. These check-ups help detect problems with the retina, optic nerve, lens, increase in the pressure in the eye and other problems in the early stages before they can cause irreparable damage.
These steps should be an essential part of your eye care routine. If you have any family history of eye disorders or if you develop any eye problem consult our specialist.
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