Posted by: North Georgia Eye Associates in Blog,Vision Care
It has been two full weeks since the start of the year, and many people have already given up on their resolutions — in fact, this past Saturday was “National Ditch Your New Year’s Resolution Day.” Many people center their New Year’s resolutions around eating healthier and losing weight, giving up easily when they don’t see immediate results.
This year, we suggest making a simple resolution to keep your eyes healthy. Here are a few steps you can take to help get you there, which may also help with your other resolutions:
- Eat more eye-healthy foods. We all know by now how great carrots are for your eyesight, but do you know why? Carrots and other orange fruits and vegetables contain
Beta-carotene , a form of vitamin A that helps your eyes function smoothly. Another suggestion — add leafy greens like kale and spinach to your diet. These are rich in the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, which have been shown to lower the risk of developing cataracts and other eye problems. - Schedule routine eye exams. You should have a comprehensive dilated eye exam on a regular basis to check for common eye issues, such as myopia, hyperopia, glaucoma, cataracts
and astigmatism. Several factors determine how frequently you need an exam, so check with your eye doctor to see what’s right for you. - Protect your eyes
. Whether you’re playing sports, doing yard work, or lounging at the beach, it is very important to protect your eyes. If you’re outside, wear sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. When doing home repairs, use protective lenses to prevent serious accidents.
Taking care of your eyes can be an integral part of your overall health plan — people who report having vision problems are more likely to have hearing and heart issues, high blood pressure, diabetes, and other serious health issues.
This is one New Year’s resolution that’s easy to keep! Set up an appointment with an eye doctor or Cataract Surgeon at North Georgia Eye Associates.
