Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of legal blindness in the United States in persons 50 and older. It is a progressive degeneration of the macula, or the central retina. While the exact cause(s) are not completely understood, there is a definite genetic, or hereditary component. Those with with a family history of macular degeneration, such as a parent...
Blue light is everywhere. Outside from the sun and inside from indoor lights, phone, computer, flat screen TVs and other digital devices. This results in your eyes being exposed to visible and invisible light with a range of effects. So, what should you know about blue light and your vision? Shorter Versus Longer Wavelength Light Most people know that sunlight is...
For most of us, our eyes can perceive millions of different colors. However, this isn’t true for everyone. Color blindness is the inability to discern the difference between certain colors. This condition comes from the absence of color-sensitive pigment in the cone receptors of the macula of the retina, which is the nerve layer at the back of the eye. Most...
What do our eyes have to do with overall health? Actually, tons! Many people do not realize an eye exam is not just determining your prescription for glasses, but it’s a wellness check of your overall health. During that awkward silence, when the eye doctor is invading your personal space with his bright light, he is actually examining structures of...
We all want to keep our vision as healthy as possible for as long as possible. That means maintaining a healthy lifestyle that includes plenty of exercise, not smoking, getting regular eye exams and eating a healthy diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and other essential fatty acids, or EFAs. EFAs are important for the normal development and function of...
The coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic has millions of Americans stuck at home. Adults and children are spending more time than ever on electronic devices — working, schooling or just trying to pass the time until we can be with friends and family again. This rapid increase in screen time can also greatly increase the number of people suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome....
Winter is well underway, even here in Texas. Although our winters may not be as harsh as our northern neighbors, the cold weather can still cause problems for your eyes. Avoid issues such as winter eye allergies, dry eye and more with these tips from the Houston eye doctors at Berkeley Eye Center. Guard Against Winter Eye Allergies Spring and...
The Thanksgiving holiday is almost here, and many of us are looking forward to a fun day with family and friends -- plus a whole lot of food! When the table is set, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is eye health, but many Thanksgiving staples can promote proper eye function. Sweet Potato: Beta-carotene is a carotenoid and antioxidant...
Whether they're used at home or school, for educational purposes or just for fun, computers, tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices play a big part in our children's lives. Most children get several hours of "screen time" each day, staring at the LED screen. All this screen time puts your child at a greater risk of developing what eye specialists...
More than 3.6 million Americans age 40 and older suffer from visual impairment, including blindness, and the majority — 2.3 million — are women, according to National Eye Institute. Prevent Blindness has designated April as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, a time to spread awareness about the eye health issues facing women. Women are at a higher risk for...