Health Center - Eye Health
Protecting your eyes includes more than just wearing sunglasses. In addition to shielding yourself from damaging UV rays, your dietary choices and other daily habits can greatly affect your eye health. Get tips for fending off age-related problems and other damaging eye conditions.
10 Tips for Protecting Your Eyes
by Pamela M. Peeke, MD, MPH
I am constantly amazed by the links between how we live and every aspect of our health. While it's no surprise that your diet and levels of exercise can affect the health of your heart, it probably comes as a shock to learn those factors can also affect the health of your eyes.
In fact, many of the same things that lead to common chronic conditions like diabetes, atherosclerosis and even dementia also play a role in the health of your eyes.
That's why I've come up with the 10-point Eye Health Plan. I'm no eye care expert, but I am a healthy lifestyle expert. Here's what I recommend for protecting your eyes:
