Eyecare Health: Healthy Eyes
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How to keep your eyes healthy
Protect your eyes from the sun
When outside in bright sunlight, always wear sunglasses that comply with Australian standard AS1067 or EPF 10. This will protect the front of your eye from solar damage, and will also protect the lens and slow down cataract formation. UV damage has also been implicated in Macular Degeneration.
If you work outside as part of your job, then your sunglasses may be tax deductible.
Diet
Eyes love a healthy diet! Recent studies have shown that a poor and over processed diet can contribute to macular degeneration. Foods to eat that might help include: fresh fruit, dark green leafy vegetables, fish and other foods rich in omega oils. You should also keep your cholesterol and blood pressure levels low.
Smoking
Smoking has also been shown to contribute to macular degeneration. Smoke can also cause eye irritation, particularly for contact lens wearers.
Perhaps the most important way to keep your eyes healthy is to make regular visits to your optometrist.
