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Organizations such as the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) continue to recommend nutrients for eye health based on the AREDS reports.The AREDS reports support the following 10 nutrient-rich foods: 1. FishMaintaining a healthy lifestyle can help to lower the risk of eye problems.Many fish are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids.Oily fish are fish that have oil in...

Like ultraviolet radiation, visible blue light — the portion of the visible light spectrum with the shortest wavelengths and highest energy — has both benefits and dangers. Here are important things you should know about blue light: 1. Blue light is everywhere.Sunlight is the main source of blue light, and being outdoors during daylight is where most of us get most of our exposure...

The importance of annual eye exams goes well beyond just making sure your vision isn't blurry. Here are five reasons why eye exams are important — and why you should have annual eye exams to safeguard your health and wellness. 1. Eye exams help children succeed in school.Did you know that 80 percent of what children are expected to learn in and outside the...