There are many things you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your best.
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These simple steps can help you maintain healthy eyes well into your golden years.
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Have a comprehensive dilated eye exam: You might think your vision is fine or that your eyes are healthy, but visiting your eye care professional for a comprehensive dilated eye exam is the only way to really be sure.
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Know your family's eye health history: It's important to know if anyone has been diagnosed with a disease or condition since many are hereditary.
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Eat right to protect your sight: Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, particularly dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, or collard greens is important for keeping your eyes healthy.
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Maintain a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese increases your risk of developing diabetes and other systemic conditions, which can lead to vision loss, such as diabetic eye disease or glaucoma.
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Quit smoking or never start: Study has linked smoking to an increased risk of developing age- related macular degeneration, cataract, and optic nerve damage. Give your eyes a rest: If you spend a lot of time at the computer or focusing on any one thing, you sometimes forget to blink and your eyes can get fatigued. Try the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look away about 20 feet in front of you for 20 seconds. This can help reduce eyestrain.
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Be cool and wear your shades. Sunglasses are a great fashion accessory, but their most important job is to protect your eyes from the sun's ultraviolet rays.