Eyes on Eye Care
Lutein and Zeaxanthin: vision benefits
Good nutrition is essential to maintain the health and function of the eyes. Two important nutrients which can help achieve this are Lutein and Zeaxanthin. They...
Alzheimer's and eyecare
Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurological condition. It is the most common form of dementia, leading to memory loss, difficulty making decisions and...
Computer Vision Syndrome
The evolution of technology has brought us to an era of many portable electronic devices. Many of our daily tasks have moved from print on paper to the...
Exotic health for your eyes
We have all been told that eating carrots is good for our eyes. However, recent research shows that eating some exotic fruits can benefit our ocular health....
Presbyopia: a blurred near world
Presbyopia is better known to many as "Old Age Vision". It is when our ability to focus on objects up close recedes. This typically occurs around age...
Age-related macular degeneration
The macula is located in approximately the center of the retina at the back of the eye. The central part of the Macula contains a structure called the fovea,...
Less light at the end of the tunnel
Glaucoma is caused by damage to the Optic Nerve. The Optic Nerve carries visual stimuli from the eyes to the back of the brain where information is processed....
Cataracts: A foggy window
Cataract is a word derived from the Latin cataracta meaning "waterfall." As water falls and crashes, it turns white, which resembles the appearance of...
Back to school vision
As a parent, it’s difficult to determine whether your child has a vision problem. One of the biggest reasons for not knowing the state of your...
The danger of UV rays
Ultraviolet (UV) rays are invisible and emitted from the sun. They are short wavelength rays located right before the visible spectrum starts. These rays can be...