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Vitamins that help eyes can be found in the same fruits, vegetables and proteins you may already reach for when following an overall healthy diet. Supplements are important when you don’t get the proper nutrients through food, but here’s a rundown of some...

Many people are unconcerned with future eyesight problems, since there are always contacts, glasses, medicine and corrective eye surgery to fall back on. …right? Wrong. The diagnosis "low vision" refers to patients for whom every day tasks are difficult because of...

If during allergy season you turn into a sniffling, sneezing tissue-clutching party pooper — take heart. You're not alone, and there are treatment options. The unpleasant sensations of burning, watery itchy eyes that results from allergic rhinitis, or "hay fever," can...

You've heard it said that people fear public speaking above all else. Of course, that isn't true. What you will likely agree with though, is that for decades, fear of vision loss has topped the list in Americans' minds for scary health conditions. And with good reason. ...

The lightweight, unobtrusive nature of contact lenses has made them a popular choice for vision correction. If you've ever had a pair of eyeglasses fly off during a gym workout, or had them fog up on a cold day, then you can appreciate the freedom and convenience that...

Even if you visit your eye doctor for regular checkups, something you do every day could be harmful to your eyes. Applying safe eye makeup is just as important as other steps you take to protect your vision. Your eyes and skin around them can be sensitive to cosmetic...

Quality eyeglasses can not only transform your vision, they can also transform your look and how others see you. Trendy frame styles make a fashion statement and can define your style, but changing frames costs money and depending on your type of lenses and prescription, the...

Is there an ideal age for patients to get a LASIK procedure? The short answer is no, though there is a general minimum age of 18 to 21. Adults of any age with stable vision and otherwise healthy eyes may be great candidates for LASIK. However, other eye issues often make...