1. Leafy Greens: – Spinach: rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the macula. – Kale: high in vitamins A, C, and E, and minerals like calcium and iron. – Collard greens: packed with vitamins A, C, and K. 2. Citrus Fruits and Berries: – Oranges: high in vitamin C, which helps maintain healthy blood...
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What is Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a common vision condition caused by an irregular shape of the cornea or lens inside the eye. It results in blurred or distorted vision at all distances, near and far. In a normal eye, the cornea and lens are spherical, allowing light to focus clearly on the retina. However, in an eye with...
Optometrist Jobs
AnnouncementOptometrist needed urgently at Mercy Group Hospital Abeokuta. Work Days: Mondays to Fridays and Alternate Saturdays Working Hours: 8.00am – 5.00pm on Mondays to Fridays. 8.00am -1.00pm on Saturdays. For further information please contact Dr Erue on 08033447050. Thank youDr. Muhammed OmoikerodahP.R.O An eye clinic in Abeokuta is in need of a full time optometrist....
Computer Vision Problems
Computer vision problems or Digital eye strain is a group of eye and vision problems. The problems can include eyes that itch and tear, and are dry and red. Your eyes may feel tired or uncomfortable. You may not be able to focus normally. These problems are caused by lots of computer or digital device use. Using...
Prosthetic Contact Lenses
Prosthetic contact lenses are prescribed to mask flaws and improve the appearance of an eye disfigured from a birth defect, trauma, or eye disease. If certain structures of the injured or disfigured eye also fail to function properly, special prosthetic lenses can be designed to block excess light from reaching the back of the eye to reduce glare and...
How to Maintain Your Eyeglasses
Though many of us wear glasses, very few of us realize the maintenance they actually need to keep our vision clear. Maintaining your eyewear isn’t difficult, but it does require special care. Read some of our tips for taking care of your eyeglasses Tips for Maintaining Your Glasses Avoid Chemical Contact Your glasses can be...
Leading causes of broken eyeglasses
After years of working with patients and their broken glasses, my experience has been: Glasses were sat on (usually when put down on a bed while dressing/undressing), or stepped on. Glasses were damaged during a sports or recreational activity. Glasses were “altered” by a family pet…almost always a dog. Glasses were destroyed by a young...
Headaches and your eyes
How a Headache Can Affect Your Eyes and Vision By Troy Bedinghaus, OD Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD on September 08, 2020 Have you ever had a headache that affected your vision? Sometimes a headache can cause pain around your eyes, even though the headache is not associated with a vision problem. On the other hand, a headache...
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