Visiting your optometrist regularly can help protect your eyes and make sure you are able to see for years to come. It may be easy to take your kids to visit the optometrist but don’t forget about going yourself. Your optometrist can give you insight into the overall health of your eyes. It’s not just […]
Sunglasses should be worn year-round, but especially during the summer. Protecting your eyes is not only important for them, but also for your overall health. Be sure to monitor your local UV index to understand the levels of heat you may experience outside. Here in Colorado Springs, we deal with high levels of the heat […]
Eye diseases can start slow and develop damage over time. When it comes to eye conditions like cataracts, often times there are not a lot of options for preventing the changes. Effects on your vision can be permanent and sometimes debilitating depending on the intensity and stage of development. Staying informed on the most common […]
Are you currently in the market for a new pair of eyeglasses? Whether you want to update to a pair of sleek, stylish frames or need a stronger prescription, you now have multiple avenues of purchasing the perfect pair of glasses. Before you make the decision to shop online, let’s make sure you have all the facts. […]
No one knows who really invented eye glasses. Most likely, the lens discovered in the ancient ruins of Nineveh is the earliest known vision aid. Recent technology successfully advanced eye care and vision aids far more than our ancestors likely imagined. What will our eyes be like 100 years from now? Will further advances in technology […]
Many people wonder what vitamins to take for vision and eyesight. There are many foods that promote eye health, which we will discuss, but not everyone is willing or able to include these foods in their regular daily diet. We carry a number of vitamin supplements and eye care products that are a great way to get the […]
If you have used eye glasses for a while, you have probably encountered the dreaded situation of having them break. Maybe they fell onto a hard surface, you stepped or sat on them, a child snapped them or maybe they succumbed to wear and tear and broke in circumstances you could not explain. While observing […]
Whether you’ve been wearing glasses, contacts or have a perfectly normal vision, there’d come a time, mostly while on the wrong side of 40, when you’ll start experiencing reading difficulty. This is a clear sign that you’re on the brink of developing presbyopia—a farsightedness problem brought about when the eye lens loses elasticity. While anyone […]
Halloween is a time for trick-or-treating, having fun, and bringing out one’s creativity. Unfortunately, with all of the masks and makeup, it is impossible to guarantee that all will go well. Many at times, children’s eyes are at a risk due to the exposure to harmful chemicals. It is important to ensure that proper care […]
Whether you’re gearing up for a Thanksgiving dinner, sitting down for a regular dinner with the family, or simply looking for a quick snack to grab while on the go, it’s important to keep in mind that the food you eat has a big impact on your health and your body. Your eyes and your […]
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