Friday, 12 September 2014

Children’s Eyeglasses

children’s eyeglassesDid you know that children’s eyeglasses come in a vast array of neat styles and popular colors that your child is sure to love? If your child needs eyeglasses, it’s important to do your research and know what to look for before you start looking around. Don’t forget to allow your child to help in selecting his or her glasses, as he or she will be more likely to enjoy wearing them afterwards!
 
Here are our top 5 things to look for in children’s eyeglasses
 
1. Scratch-Resistant Coatings.
2. Silicone Nose Pads.
3. Warranties.
4. Spring Hinges.
 
We hope you enjoyed our top 5 things to look for in children’s eyeglasses. As a parent, it can be confusing when first walking into an optical store. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible! Should you have any questions at all, please make sure to contact us!
 

Thursday, 11 September 2014

Back to School In Style

School is almost back in session which means it’s time to think about protecting your child’s vision. Proper eye care ensures your child will see everything their teacher shows them.
 
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Drop in at 20/20 Eyeglass melbourne for all your eye care needs

Wednesday, 10 September 2014

Prevent Your Eyes From Digital Eye Strain

digital eye strain The easiest way to help yourself reduce risk of digital eye strain when working at a computer or using a portable electronic device is to follow what many eye care providers call the "20-20-20" rule:
Every 20 minutes, look away from your screen and view an object that's at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
This simple technique has two important stress-busting effects:
  1. It relaxes eye muscles that keep your eyes focused and aligned when viewing close objects, which reduces eye fatigue.
  2. It stimulates you to blink your eyes, which reduces dry eye symptoms.
Other things you can do to reduce your risk of eye discomfort include:
  • Blink your eyes fully after each page view.
  • Get up from your desk at least every 20 minutes to stretch your body and relax your eyes.
  • Increase the size of the font on your screen.
  • Adjust your device's brightness and/or contrast settings.
  • Purchase a device with a higher resolution screen.
  • Make sure you are holding your device at least 10 to 12 inches from your eyes.

See Your Eye Doctor
Even if you aren't experiencing eye strain from your computer or other electronic devices, it's a good idea to see your eye doctor for a thorough eye exam — especially if you spend several hours a day in front of your screen(s).

Your eye doctor can detect subtle vision problems or eye conditions that might put you at greater risk of digital eye strain, and prescribe remedies to improve your comfort when using your devices.
Also, ask your eye doctor about computer glasses. Eyewear with special tints and coatings can reduce your exposure to potentially harmful blue light and eliminate fatigue-causing glare from light reflecting from the surface of your screen.

Drop into 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore for all your eye care needs. We have a frame for every face and a price for any budget. We also have Independent Optometrists located on site who will be happy to examine your vision. Walk-in’s are welcome but we ask that you come 15 minutes prior to your desired appointment time.
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Read more at : allaboutvision.com

Monday, 8 September 2014

Vision Problem That Impacts Learning

Your Childs eye Health
20/20 Eyeglass Superstore, we help thousands of Orlando, Melbourne City and Orange City residents purchase eyeglasses, contact lenses and sunglasses every day. We know purchasing new eyeglasses can be a challenge. Inexpensive reading glasses at the store are cheaper than prescription lenses. Is visiting an eye doctor and getting a prescription worth the extra cost?
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Friday, 5 September 2014

Eating Oranges is Good For Your Eyes

Oranges Growing on TreeOranges are highly beneficial for your body. A medium, 2 1/2-inch orange offers lots of vitamins, minerals and fiber, all for a measly 60 calories. While orange juice is also full of nutrients, you'll miss out on fiber, so it is better to consume the whole fruit. Oranges are easy to tote around, since the thick skin protects them from bruising. Toss one in your bag for a quick mid-morning snack, add orange wedges to a grilled chicken salad or find other ways to add more oranges to your diet.

Oranges are rich in vitamin A, which includes a group of compounds that protect your eyes. Carotenoid compounds of vitamin A, like lutein, beta carotene and zeaxanthin, can help prevent age-related macular degeneration, a condition that leads to blindness. While there is not a specified amount of how much of each carotenoid you should get on a daily basis, vitamin A does have a specific recommendation. Vitamin A allows your eyes to absorb light by keeping membranes surrounding your eyes healthy and also lessens your chances of having night blindness. Men require 900 micrograms of daily vitamin A and women need 700 micrograms, the Office of Dietary Supplements explains. One medium, 2 1/2-inch orange has almost 15 micrograms of vitamin A in addition to high amounts of the other vitamin A-related carotenoids.

To read the original article click here.

Your eyesight is your most precious sense. Add the foods on this list into your weekly diet to keep your eyes beautiful, healthy, and well protected.
Human eye is an amazing organ that most of us rely on every waking moment of the day.
You have only a pair of eyes, so take care of your eyes. It is always a good idea to consult with your eye doctor to discuss your options.
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Tuesday, 2 September 2014

Health Benfits Of Pomegranate

PomegranatePomegranate is a red and juicy fruit, which is eaten raw and is used in various cuisines. Filled with a lot of nutrients and health benefits, pomegranate is known as a miracle fruit. This fruit is used in a variety of beverages, deserts, baking and juices. Pomegranate is known to provide antioxidants and iron and can fight against a lot of diseases. Let’s have a look at various nutritional and health benefits of pomegranate.
  • Pomegranate helps in reducing diseases like Alzheimer’s as it is a source of antioxidants.
  • A great source of iron, pomegranate helps in increasing haemoglobin level in the blood. It also prevents dizziness, weakness and symptoms of anaemia. It has been found to prevent clotting of blood.
  • Health benefits of pomegranate includes increasing oxygen intake in the heart.
  • It helps in preventing night blindness. Presence of rhodopsin in it makes eyes healthy.
  • Pomegranate has anti-bacterial effects and has been found to be beneficial for teeth. They help in preventing dental plague.
Your eyesight is your most precious sense. Add the foods on this list into your weekly diet to keep your eyes beautiful, healthy, and well protected.
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Monday, 1 September 2014

Reverse Cataracts With Nutrition

Reverse Cataracts With NutritionThe lens of your eye is normally clear, allowing you to see without obstruction. A cataract is a clouding in the lens that hampers your vision.

Step 1
Eat foods that are high in vitamin C. Foods that contain vitamin C include broccoli, oranges, strawberries, tomatoes, cantaloupe, papaya and green peppers.

Step 2

Go "green" nutritionally to reduce your risk of cataracts, and perhaps to stop existing cataracts from worsening. Green vegetables, especially dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, turnip greens and romaine lettuce, are high in nutrients called lutein and zeaxanthin.

Step 3

Boost your levels of carotenoids, the nutrient that gives fruits and vegetables an orange or red hue. Carrots, squash, peaches, tomatoes and other orange vegetables and fruits provide you with carotenoids.

Step 4

Ask your doctor about taking vitamin supplements if you have an early-stage cataract. Getting high enough levels of antioxidant vitamins C, E and A to make a difference in your eye health may be difficult through diet alone. Supplements in addition to a healthy diet might be able to turn around your eye health.

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To read the original article written by Erica Roth visit: http://www.livestrong.com/article/265216-how-to-reverse-cataracts-with-nutrition/

Human eye is an amazing organ that most of us rely on every waking moment of the day.
You have only a pair of eyes, so take care of your eyes. It is always a good idea to consult with your eye doctor to discuss your options.

Your eyesight is your most precious sense. Add the foods on this list into your weekly diet to keep your eyes beautiful, healthy, and well protected.