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A case in point is ocular hypertension. This is when the pressure in your eye is elevated. For many years now optometrists have been checking for this when you go for a regular eye exam. It can result in a disease known as glaucoma which is a disease of the optic nerve. One sign to look for is losing one’s peripheral vision. Glaucoma can lead to permanent damage and therefore loss of eyesight.

 A thorough dilate eye exam by a specialist should be done at least every two years. Laser trabeculoplasty may be recommended which is done to drain the fluid off the eye. Elevated pressure in the eye can be significantly reduced by modifying your diet. Eye exercises have proven to be helpful as well.

Another disease of the eye is diabetic retinopathy. Retina changes can occur in diabetics after twenty years or so. The circulation in the retina is effected which can deprive it of oxygen. Floaters and later retinal detachment and even glaucoma can result. Treatment will depend on the stage of retinopathy. Eye surgery known as vitrectomy may be recommended. This removes the vitreous humor of the eye.

Those with diabetes need to check their blood sugar regularly. A healthy diet is essential as is exercise to reduce the risk of retinopathy.

Of course one of the leading cause of vision loss among the elderly is AMD or Age-related Macular Degeneration. This is a slow deterioration of the central vision. There is no known cure at the present time. For years it was believed that a diet rich in antioxidants could help prevent this disease but it seems that that alone may not have that much of an impact. However it appears that an anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant diet can help.

Night blindness can be caused by retinitis pigmentosa. This disease can cause the field of vision to keep narrowing and therefore the loss of peripheral vision. This disease is inherited and just recently the gene which causes it has been identified. Much research is needed to learn more about what can be done. One study by the National Eye Institute discovered that a high dosage of vitamin A palmitate decreases the progression of the disease.

Another common problem is cataracts. Among the causes for this disease is exposure to ultraviolet light, having diabetes, and some types of glaucoma. Aging itself causes the lens to become less resilient. Cataract surgery has become a very popular and successful procedure.

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It has many health benefits because of the presence of soy-proteins and isoflavones genistein and daidzein. It is rich in protein and vitamin E, and vitamin B12 as well as iron. It is low in fat and contains essential fatty acids. It serves as a natural anti-inflammatory agent as well as an antioxidant.

It can be consumed in a variety of ways which is why it has become increasingly popular. In addition to drinking soy milk, it has been made into tofu which is a cheese-like product. Oil is extracted from the soya bean for use in cooking. It has also been made into soya drinks and soy sauce. All these products have low content of saturated fat and cholesterol.

Here are just some of the nutritional benefits: it helps reduce hormone-related cancers, contribute to preventing osteoporosis, lower bad cholesterol, decrease blood clotting, helps to absorb blood calcium in the bones, and helps to modulate the glucose level which is extremely important for those with diabetic conditions. Your eyes can benefit from the consumption of this food as well. If diabetes is not under control it often leads to loss of vision.

A word of caution is in order: those with digestive problems, thyroid disorders, yeast sensitivity should avoid soy products.

Most people have no problem with soy products. It along with a diet of other healthful foods can improve eyesight. It addition a regular program of exercises designed specifically for the eyes can maximize your chances for better vision.

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 Here are a few more which you may not have thought about. Wine has many nutrients which protect vision, heart and blood flow. Dark chocolate has not only antioxidant benefits but contains flavanoids which protect the blood vessels of the eyes so that the cornea and lens stay strong as you age. Drinking plenty of filtered water contributes to a diet for improved eyesight.

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Other examples are medicines for impotency. It is true that in a recent study healthy men who took such medicines daily for a period of six months did not develop vision problems. However the manufacturer of one of these drugs reports that eye stroke is common in patients over 50 and those who suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. These are at increased risk of damaging the optic nerve. It appears that men who do not have a history of heart attacks are not in such danger.

Here are a few of the medications that can potentially affect losing your eyesight in these specific ways:

Drugs that may damage the retina

are Plaquenil (hydroxchloriquine sulfate) which is a drug routinely prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis. Clonidine may be used to lower blood pressure. Thioridazine which is used to fight infections can cause pigmentary retinopathy and NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) which can cause cataracts, dry eyes, and retinal hemorrhages from long-term use. These include aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium.

are NSAIDS, some antidepressants and antibiotics as well as Heparin, coumadin, anisidione and oral anti-coagulants.

steroids such as Prednisone which are the most damaging drugs to the eyes of any prescription drug. If you need to take steroids, be sure to supplement your diet with anti-oxidants such as vitamins E and C, and beta-carotene. Ask your doctor if you can replace Prednisone with a natural cortisone such as hydrocortisone.

are photosensitizing drugs that make you more sensitive to the sun.

are antibiotics, antidepressants and blood pressure medications.

These are but a few of some of the side effects that can result from taking prescription medications. Of course, overuse of any drugs can most certainly be harmful to the body and eyes. It should be noted that before discontinuing medications prescribed by your doctor for such things as high blood pressure you should first consult with him.

There are ways to improve your eyesight and even help prevent vision problems. These include eye exercises and supplements for the eyes.

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Vitamins A, C, and vitamin E have been shown to reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Reduced night vision is one of the first signs of vitamin A deficiency.

Some feel that they are not getting the needed vitamins and minerals and add supplements to their regular diet. Therapeutic herbs include extracts such as bilberry, aspalathus and mahonia grape. These herbs may decrease the rate of macular degeneration and prevent other retinal conditions from occurring. Grape seed extract can protect the eyes from UV and sun damage and helps with overall eye health.

In addition to Vitamin A, Vitamins E, C and minerals such as zinc and fish oil can slow down the onset of macular degeneration, protect tissues, strengthen eye cells and overall improve eye health. These are available as supplements in many forms.

Many patients and doctors agree that eye exercises are often effective in relieving stress and strain on the eyes and therefore contribute to improving eyesight. Eye exercises have been known to help in problems such as macular degeneration, astigmatism, cataracts, color blindness, glaucoma.

There are several exercises that will teach you to relax the eye muscles and optic nerve and use memory and imagination to improve coordination between the eyes and the brain.

Before starting with any exercise program you would want to discuss it with your eye doctor. There are some rare conditions that could cause your eyes to be strained even further or possibly incur even further permanent damage to your eyes.

Some resort to surgery to improve their eyesight. One surgery is known as Blepharoplasty which can help when the muscles around the eye weakens and stretches which can compromise vision by as much as fifty percent. This procedure involves the removal of excess fat, skin and muscle from around the eyes. Another popular procedure is laser surgery which can eliminate the use of eyeglasses or contact lenses for those with certain refractive problems. Cataract surgery is also an option for many to help restore their vision. Not all can be helped by surgical procedures.

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Nearly everyone has some kind of problems with their eyesight. It has been established that exercising the eyes can help many types of poor vision. Many feel that it can actually prevent some common problems. These exercises can work for people of any age. When the eye muscles are exercised they are actually being re-trained and can correct astigmatism, myopia, presbyopia, macular degeneration, cataracts, color blindness and glaucoma.

There are several different eye exercises. Many eye problems today are due to stress and tension in the eyes. Contributing to eye strain could include excessive television viewing, working long hours at a computer as well as inadequate lighting. Eye muscles become so focused on a specific scene which can easily lead to eye strain. Exercises have been developed to relax the eye muscles and improve the link between the optic nerves and the brain.

Rebuild Your Vision is a program based on a regimen that offers an effective system for correcting visual problems. As stress makes your vision worse these exercises train your eyes to see objects more clearly. They actually relax your eyes. The point is to focus on one thing at a time rather than trying to see everything at once.

Another technique to improve your eyesight is the See Clearly Method. These strengthen and enhance the flexibility of the eye muscles. They involve changing focus which is sometimes referred to as tromboning and blur reading.

These are just a few of the techniques for the eyes that can reduce the tension that our eyes undergo today due to increased viewing of TV, playing video games, and other computer activities. Why not investigate these and other programs to see if you can benefit from learning to do these exercises yourself. As with other exercises, you will find that spending just a short period of time on a regular basis will produce desired results. Many of these programs are available to you at little or no cost.

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 Turmeric has been used in many Asian countries as a spice and for medicine to fight infections and as an anti-inflammatory. It is derived from the root of the curcuma plant.It is known that oxidation of the lens of the eye is one of the main causes of eye problems which often this leads to cataracts. Many feel that taking turmeric decreases oxidation of the lens and therefore helps to maintain the health of the eyes. It can be used with water as a salve and applied to the eye for treating conjunctivitis and to reduce pain. A lotion referred to as Mamira is made from combining turmeric powder, camphor, and rose water. Applying this to the bottom lid helps with vision sharpness and is believed to reverse some kinds of blindness.

Turmeric is sometimes used in its fresh form but more often is made into a powder. It has a fragrance quite similar to that of oranges and ginger. A supplement for treating eye disorders turmeric is available as an extract made into powder and also can be found in capsule form. You may find it sold in combination with other substances such as glucosamine.

Why do we say that wolfberries may improve eyesight?

Most people in North America have never heard of wolfberries. The people in China certainly have and is most noted there as the fruit that’s ‘good for the eyes.’ You can eat them like raisins; make deserts, tea, stew, soup, juice and wine from them. They are not only tasty but very nutritious. They contain most all of the amino acids, more beta carotene than carrots, much more Vitamin C than oranges, and are also rich in vitamins B1, B6 and E and other minerals. Many say it is the most potent antioxidant fruit.

What about it gives us the basis to boast that wolfberries improve eyesight? Beginning back in the first century it was used as a tonic to restore kidney and liver functions. Problems with eyesight, particularly blurred vision, may be due to a lack of yin in the liver and kidney which is why wolfberries are used as an effective cure. It can be combined with chrysanthemum flower, Chinese yam and other herbs to replenish yin and thereby improve vision. It has been used in China to improve vision disorders such as cataracts, retinopathy as well as macular degeneration. Today many of the products derived from this plant are widely available.

These are just two ways to improve eyesight. There are many other foods that improve eyesight as well as eyesight supplements.  Refer also to Rebuild Your Vision for more ways to improve your vision.

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