Do your eyes sting when drops of sweat travel down your forehead and into your eyes? Ouch! You may have noticed that sometimes your eyes feel irritated, and other times, they feel fine. Whether you start to your eyes sting while you’re getting a workout in or just hanging out under the last few days […]
Fun fact: 80% of the sensory information that reaches our brain comes from our eyes. Absolutely amazing! With so much uncertainty as our kids, teens and young adults go back to school this fall, one thing is for sure… our eyes are remarkably important to learning. Not only does 80% of the information to our brain […]
Countless people around the world wear daily disposable contact lenses or dailies. These popular single-use lenses are removed and discarded at the end of each day, and a new, fresh pair is inserted the next morning. Used properly, dailies promote eye health, and they’re comfortable and convenient. Despite the many advantages associated with wearing daily […]
The National Sleep Foundation tells us to plan on replacing pillows every year or two. Why so often? Apparently, they “absorb body oil, dead skin cells, and hair,” which can “create the perfect environment for dust mites (common allergens).” They also recommend washing your pillows every six months and using a protective case between the […]
Computer screens should be placed below eye level for the best visual comfort. If your eyes are in slight down gaze, the eyelids are a bit lower with reduced surface area exposed for drying. This makes a world of difference…reduced redness, dryness, and fatigue. Lower those screens, raise your chair, or lower your desk. Consider […]
