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H e A l t H y e y e t i p S f o r t H e n e w y e A r
By Jaime Blyskal Marcolini, OD
2020 is a great year to think about your eyes and vision! Many of us
tend to take our eyes and sight for granted. But regular eye maintenance is key
to enjoying a lifetime of healthy vision.
Eating healthy is necessary for a strong body and certain foods can help keep
eyes healthy too. The antioxidants in coffee are beneficial to eye health as well
as eggs, leafy greens, berries and cold-water fish such as salmon. The omega-3
fatty acids in salmon help prevent dry eyes and keep the retina healthy.
Over 100,000 eye injuries occur each year. 90% of those are sports related.
Remember to wear the proper safety eyewear to protect the eyes
including sunglasses, safety glasses, eye guards and safety shields.
Digital eye strain is very real and affects 75% of computer workers, leading to
muscular strain, muscular stress and eye discomfort. Following the 20/20/20
Rule (taking a break every 20 minutes, lookimg at something 20 feet away for
20 seconds), magnifying text, blinking frequently and making sure the screen
is 20-28 inches away are all ways to prevent eyestrain.
When it comes to eye health, one of the greatest ways to protect yourself is
with annual comprehensive eye exams. Compared to a vision screening
that only tests vision for acuity, a comprehensive eye exam checks for acuity as
well as overall eye health.
For more information about eyecare, please contact Clinton Family
Eyecare located at 186 Center Street, Suite 170 in Clinton, by calling:
908.735.5712, or visit: www.ClintonFamilyEyecare.com.
"Some of us think holding on makes us strong, but sometimes it is leing go." ~ Herman Hesse
