subject: Eye Care Tips For A Healthier You [print this page] You may be spending tons of effort on trying to keep yourself in good shape. You go to the gym regularly and cut down on your intake of chocolates, all in the efforts of getting a tad healthier. Your efforts will amount to great rewards. One thing though, make sure that you don't miss out on one of the most important organs you have, your eyes. Make sure that you are giving them the extra care they need.
Do you even remember the last time you had your eyes checked? If you don't remember, then it's time that you schedule your next appointment with an ophthalmologist. It is normal that your vision changes as you age. Still, you can prevent the more serious eye problems, like macular degeneration and glaucoma, if you have them detected at their early stages. If you have a history of eye problems in your family, all the more reason for you to get those regular check-ups.
Here is yet another good reason for you to quit smoking. Smoking makes you more susceptible to developing cataract, optic nerve damage and macular degeneration (the loss of detail vision caused by the deterioration of the retina). Losing your vision is much scarier than having lung problems. This should definitely give you a bit of a fright when you light up that cigarette.
Vision problems are often hereditary. So it is important that you find out the natural tendencies you may have that can predispose you to develop eye problems. This will help you take on the right eye care that will work for you. If you do find out that you have a certain eye problem, make sure that you have your immediate family informed about it so they can take the necessary precaution, too.
Many eye problems arise as a complication caused by another health problem, like diabetes. It is important that you watch your overall health if you wish to keep your eyes in good condition. And it is important that you eat right. Go big on foods that give you extra eye care, like green vegetables, carrots, salmon and tuna.
Make sure that you protect your eyes from harmful elements. Ultraviolet rays from the sun are one such harmful element. The last thing you want is eye cancer, so make sure that you keep those fancy shades handy. Sunglasses, especially the better-quality ones, work great at protecting your eyes from the damaging rays. Be extra wary when you are around snow or water as you would be highly exposed to glare areas.
As you age, you will be more likely to experience dry eyes. One of the reasons people have dry eyes is when the tear film loses the consistency of mucus, oil and water. You can avoid the drying of your eyes by getting a good dose of Omega 3 or you can take advantage of the artificial tears available in the market.
Keep these eye care tips in mind and you will reduce the risk of vision problems in the years to come.
