Healthier Talk - Vision

Low-dose aspirin therapy raises risk of blindness

Jenny Thompson — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:54:04 +0000

Ten years ago, when your doctor recommended a daily low-dose aspirin for heart health, he might have pumped up the sales pitch with the added promise that it could possibly reduce risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Right. And pigs could fly if they had a credit card and a ride to the airport.

Being far-sighted about nearsightedness

DrJonathanWright — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:26:33 +0000

Question: Almost everyone in our family has worn glasses since childhood. My daughter is pregnant, and I have to wonder--is there any way to fight this family pattern?

Natural Remedy Old Wives’ Tales that Actually Work

truehealth — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Let’s face it there’s never been a shortage of Old Wives’ Tales and outrageous remedies for any number of ailments. But are there really natural remedies for common complaints that actually work?

Banishing Dry Eyes Naturally

Dr. David Blyweiss — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:00:00 +0000

You’ve seen the commercials—an attractive woman plagued by dry eyes, a condition that can affect a third of those over the age of 50. Her only hope? A prescription for Restasis, a drug designed to make tears for her. The problem with this scenario is that this remedy doesn’t work for everyone.

Diabetes and Depression Make an Eye-damaging Mix

Alice Wessendorf — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0000

It’s an all-too-familiar story. In fact, maybe it’s even your own.

Let’s say you’re diagnosed with diabetes. Suddenly, it seems as if you have to make a load of adjustments to your life. Navigating the holidays or a social gathering can start to feel like a nightmare, and before long you begin to feel down.

Dopey ruling on medical marijuana

wcdouglass — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 16:00:00 +0000

So let's get this straight: Uncle Sam says you can gobble up addictive and dangerous painkillers until you're a crazed, self-medicating, drug-addled junkie -- but smoke a little pot on your doctor's advice, and you'll go directly to jail.

Natural Ways To Preserve Your Vision As You Age

truehealth — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Most people are afraid of losing their precious vision due to the natural effects of aging. And while aging eyes are certainly a concern there are other factors that can dim your vision and put a strain on your eyes as well.

Eye Infections Increase In Summer Floods: Precautions and Tips

grossman — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0000

In light of the recent flooding in the Midwest that has disrupted lives and endangered public health, the American Optometric Association (AOA) has published a list of reminders and precautions related to eye care, particularly for those contact lens wearers out there.

Three Nutrients That Protect Against Vision Loss

Dr. Victor Marchione — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Macular degeneration is a serious disease. It affects over 10 million Americans, most of whom are 55 and older. In fact, this eye disease affects more people than glaucoma and cataracts combined.

Powerhouse From the Sea Maintains Brain, Heart, and Eye Health

iHealthTube — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:00:00 +0000

Dr. Bruce Holub talks about the many benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids—from brain health, to eye health, to heart health. Plus he shares exciting new research that has revealed fatty acid's potential as a powerful overall anti-aging tool.

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Top 5 Nutrient-Rich Foods

Dr. Victor Marchione — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Nothing tastes better and does more for your body than natural foods. Healing foods, if you will. Want to block disease through your diet? Start here.

The New Health Threat That's Already in Your Home

Dr. Woliner — Sat, 28 May 2011 16:00:00 +0000

There’s a new epidemic sending millions of your friends and neighbors to their doctors. They’re complaining of headaches, blurry or double vision, neck and shoulder pain, fatigue and other problems.

Fight Cancer, Eye Disease, and Cholesterol All With One Drink

Dr. David Blyweiss — Thu, 19 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Several years ago, you couldn’t turn around without seeing yet another story about green tea. Since then, the media has shifted its focus to newer compounds like pomegranate, acai and vitamin D. But, while these are all worthy of our attention, we shouldn’t forget about the amazing health benefits green tea has to offer.

Herbal Allergy Remedies That Really Work

Dr. Mark Wiley — Sun, 15 May 2011 10:00:00 +0000

Spring and summer present many with a certain nagging problem: allergies. No matter what you do, if you’re prone to allergies you will get them. And each year seems to be worse than the previous one.

Overlooked Nutrient Fights Cancer, Blindness, and More

Dr. David Blyweiss — Sun, 08 May 2011 16:00:00 +0000

My patients often ask me about the benefits of one trendy supplement or another that’s been in the news. And while some, like vitamin D or green tea, can offer a wealth of healthy benefits, you shouldn’t ignore tried and true nutrients that aren’t getting press.

Get Eagle Eyes, Radiant Skin, and Super-Charged Immunities

truehealth — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:00:00 +0000

You’ve probably heard that carrots are good for your eyes, but did you know they can help strengthen your immune system, as well?

Restore and Maintain Good Vision Part 3

Dquixote1217 — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0000

In Part 1 of this three part series on natural vision health you learned about the most common vision problems and eye exercises that may help reverse the vision loss. Then in Part 2 you learned about the connection between diet and nutrition and your eyesight. And now here in Part 3, and the last installment in the series, you will learn about herbs and other natural remedies for restoring and maintaining your vision.