Guidelines for Maintaining Good Eyesight
Healthy vision is an undervalued component of a high quality of life. Up to one in six adults experience vision-threatening eye conditions, and many more experience some degree of vision loss as they age. Many of the major causes of blindness, such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts, are at increased risk as people get older, but there are many things we can do to lessen this risk. Long-term healthful routines: Eating well and exercising regularly have advantages beyond just keeping you trim and fit. Also beneficial to eye health are these behaviours! Dark leafy greens and fruits are especially crucial for eye health. Regular exercise and abstaining from harmful behaviours like smoking are also crucial (a huge risk factor for many of the above sight-threatening conditions). Don't Forego Doctor Visits: Chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to serious eye problems if not treated (among other health complicatio...