4 Steps to Protect Your Vision | AFC Urgent Care Memphis
Did you know that March is known as Save Your Vision month?
In recognition of this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Memphis wants to give you tips on how to protect your eye health.
When caring for your overall health, it is important not to take your vision for granted. Let’s take a look at some ways you can keep your eyesight healthy this year:
Establish Healthy Eating Habits
While healthy eating is important to your physical and mental health, it also plays a role in your vision health.
Start improving your vision by consuming foods like:
- Spinach
- Kale
- Collards
- Salmon
- Tuna
- Eggs
- Nuts
- Beans
- Oranges
- Oysters
- Pork
The aforementioned foods are filled with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zinc and vitamins C and E, which can help reduce your risk of macular degeneration and cataracts as you age.
Quit Smoking—or Don’t Start
Did you know that smoking can lead to a greater chance of experiencing cataracts and macular degeneration? Smoking can also increase your risk of glaucoma and dry eye syndrome.
Your best move? Stop smoking.
Grab Your Sunglasses
Now that the sun is shining even brighter this season, it is important to make sure when heading out the door that you grab the perfect pair of shades.
When you choose a pair of sunglasses that blocks at least 99% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays, you are able to reduce your chances of suffering from cataracts and macular degeneration.
Take Breaks From the Computer Screen
Do you spend a majority of your time in front of the computer? Take breaks every hour or two so that you can prevent the following symptoms caused by staring at a computer screen for too long:
- Back pain
- Eye strain
- Blurry vision
- Trouble focusing at a distance
- Dry eyes
- Headaches
When was the last time you had a wellness check? Visit AFC Urgent Care Memphis today for a medical evaluation to see where things stand with your health and vision.