7 Steps to Preserve Your Eyesight ...

Not only are big sunglasses fashionable and cute, they are also one of the best things you can do to preserve your eyesight. You want to look for shades that block 100% of the UV rays. Those beautiful sunglasses won’t only protect your eyes from the sun they will also help prevent wrinkles around the eyes caused from squinting. I never really thought about my sunglasses protecting me from forming fine lines around my eyes, but that inspires me to get a new pair of sunglasses, how about you?

If you are playing sports, making home repairs, or experimenting in chemistry protective eye gear is essential. I get it, those goggles aren’t the most attractive thing, but then again, neither is a shard of glass in your eye. Be smart and wear the proper eye protection required for your activities.

Not getting the right nutrition can also impact your vision. Carrots aren’t the only veggies that will improve your vision. Leafy greens are a great choice too. Try taking a multi-vitamin and adding omega-3 fatty acids to your diet for the sake of your eye health.

Follow the messages your body is sending you. If you are working at the computer and your eyes start to feel tired, it is time for a break. Weary eyes are no joke. The strain from the computer can do some serious damage to your vision. Try taking a break from the computer every 20 minutes to rest your eyes. Of course, if your eyes are constantly feeling strained, it is time to see the eye doctor for an eye exam.

It is imperative that you follow the correct care for your contact lenses. Don’t leave them in overnight, don’t wear your disposable contacts for days longer than they are meant to be worn, or not using the proper solutions can do some serious damage to your eyes. Follow proper contact care to avoid vision loss and corneal ulcers.

One reason it is so important to regularly clean your makeup brushes is to protect your eyes. Your face and hands are covered in bacteria. When you use a makeup brush on your face and then around your eyes, you are easily moving that potentially harmful bacteria closer to your sensitive eyes. Eye shadow and eye liner brushes should be cleaned 2 to 3 times a week to protect your eyes.

As with any good health care, you have to make time to visit your eye doctor for an exam. Not only can your eye doctor help correct your vision, but they can also check for early signs of different eye disease and help prevent future problems. When was the last time you visited with your eye doctor?

Well, there you have it, 7 steps to preserve your eyesight. What do you think? Have you found these tips helpful in any way? Please share any of your own eye care tips, as well.