Study findings published online, ahead of print, in Cornea show that daily dietary supplementation with a unique combination of omega fatty acids (GLA, EPA and DHA) for six months is effective in improving ocular irritation symptoms and halting the progression of inflammation that characterizes moderate to severe dry eye. To see more details visit,
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Dry eye sufferers benefit from supplement with omega fatty acids
Posted by Praveen (#2) 3973 days ago (Editorial)Handheld Lasers a Public Health Risk
Posted by Praveen (#2) 3958 days ago (Editorial)
Experts predict that, if left unregulated, handheld lasers purchased online could cause an epidemic of ocular injuries. Fernando Arevalo, MD, professor of ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, presented a case series of various maculopathies caused by high-powered handheld lasers here at the 31st Annual Meeting of the American Society of Retina Specialists. Fourteen patients, with a mean age
HowStuffWorks "Health Benefits of California Black-Eye Peas"
Posted by Sam (#3) 4771 days ago (http://home.howstuffworks.com)
California black-eyed peas, like many beans, are low in fat and high in quality protein and fiber. Learn about the health benefits of black-eyed peas.
How Sunglasses Prevent Squinting
Posted by Sam (#3) 4749 days ago (Editorial)
Usually, we squint in order to reduce the amount of light that is entering our eyes. This can cause headaches and other paints. Sunglasses are crucial to prevent this because darkness lens helps to absorb the bright light, while the UV filter protects our eyes from the UV rays.
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The Strain of 3-D Viewing
Posted by Sam (#3) 4737 days ago (Editorial)
3-D media has exploded of late, expanding from the occasional movie to several 3-D movies a weekend. It’s blasted out of the theatres into hand-held games, living room televisions, and even cell phones. With this increase in 3-D, some viewers are experiencing an increase in problems. According to optometrists, as many as 1 in 4 viewers experiences problems while watching 3-D media, including:
Foods to Improve Your Eyesight Naturally
Posted by Sam (#3) 4729 days ago (Editorial)
Garlic: Garlic is rich in sulfur, a nutrient that helps the body produce antioxidants that can protect the lens of the eye.
Salmon: Vitamins A and D, and probably the most important, omega-3 fatty acids promote improved eyesight by boosting your brain power.
Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate help protect blood vessels in your eyes. By protecti
Salmon: Vitamins A and D, and probably the most important, omega-3 fatty acids promote improved eyesight by boosting your brain power.
Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate help protect blood vessels in your eyes. By protecti
How a Particular Gene Makes Night Vision Possible
Posted by Sam (#3) 4702 days ago (Editorial)
A scientist from the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute has determined how a particular gene makes night vision possible. The study, which was published in the August 10, 2011 edition of The Journal of Neuroscience, focuses on a gene called nyctalopin. Mutations in the gene result in inherited "night blindness," a loss of vision in low-light environments.
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What is Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)?
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4678 days ago (Editorial)
Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is the eye condition noted by reduced vision not correctable by glasses or contact lenses and is not due to any eye disease. The brain, for some reason, does not fully acknowledge the images seen by the amblyopic eye. This almost always affects only one eye but may manifest with reduction of vision in both eyes. It is estimated that three percent of children