Healthy vision is one of our greatest superpowers. Those of us that need vision correction know that even a few minutes without clear vision truly changes everything. Aside from just not being able to see well, poor vision can lead to headaches, inhibited work or academic performance and more.

So, how can you protect your precious vision?

1. Put on the shades 

Sunglasses play a vital role in protecting the eye and skin around the eye from Ultraviolet (UV) light and high-energy visible light (HEV light) which can cause skin cancer, eye sunburn, cataracts and even macular degeneration. While summer is often associated with sunglass season, sunglasses are just as vital during the winter. Because the suns sits lower in the sky during the winter, it can actually cause more damage than the summer sun.

2. Eat well, see well

Load your grocery cart with leafy greens, nuts and shellfish to keep eyes healthy and sharp. Proper hydration also plays a critical role in preventing dry eyes.

3. Look away from the computer screen   

It’s important to avoid eye strain from close work such as looking at a computer or reading. Use the 20-20-20 rule to give your eyes relief: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away or more for at least 20 seconds. This exercise forces muscles to relax and increases blinking.

4. Kick butts

Add healthy eyes to the top of your list of reasons to quit smoking. Smokers have an increased risk of dry eye, cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma and loss of vision from vascular disorders.

5. Book an appointment with a trusted optometrist

An exam can uncover information about your whole body including hidden medical conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes. A comprehensive eye exam should be done annually to ensure healthy eyes and a healthy body. MyEyeDr. welcomes all vision insurance plans and helps patients get the most for every dollar their vision plan provides.

MyEyeDr., understands the importance of healthy vision for work, play and life. Resolve to have better eye health, so you can see well and look great all year long by booking your annual appointment at http://www.myeyedr.com/