by blumenstock | Jul 26, 2023 | Vision Tips
Do you know why people say carrots will give you good night vision? It’s actually a leftover piece of World War II British misinformation to trick the Germans. The British had just developed radar and didn’t want the Germans finding out how they were locating their...
by blumenstock | Jul 13, 2023 | Vision Tips
New to wearing glasses? They’re going to change your life in some not-so-obvious ways. A lot of those changes are silly little things that never would’ve occurred to you before you started wearing them. How many on our list can you already check off? 1. Fog, Steam,...
by blumenstock | Jul 10, 2023 | Vision Care
Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our overall well-being, impacting our physical health, cognitive function, and emotional well-being. While we often focus on the quality and duration of sleep, it’s essential to recognize the intricate connection between sleep...
by blumenstock | Jun 28, 2023 | Vision Tips
Staying active is great for our overall health, but it’s also good for our eye health. Eating well, sleeping enough, and getting exercise makes it easier to stay in shape, feel healthy, and grow stronger, and it also reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases,...
by blumenstock | Jun 14, 2023 | Vision Tips
It’s summertime and that means lots of us are going to be spending as much time in the water as we can. Before you dive in, we recommend learning a little about some eye safety considerations that come with water activities (whether you prefer a pool, river, lake,...
by blumenstock | Jun 12, 2023 | Vision Care
Summertime is synonymous with outdoor activities, and one of the most popular ways to beat the heat is by taking a refreshing dip in a swimming pool. However, while swimming provides numerous benefits, it’s important to prioritize eye safety in and around the...
by blumenstock | May 24, 2023 | Vision Tips
What factors do you consider when picking the best new pair of glasses for you? We might recommend adding face shape to your list. Wearing glasses is like having a facial feature you can customize, and they’re a very noticeable part of your appearance. They’re a...
by blumenstock | May 11, 2023 | Vision Tips
Summer is around the corner, and so are longer days with more hours of sunlight! Most of us end up outside more often in the warm summer months, and that can expose our eyes to a lot of harmful UV radiation from the sun. That’s why it’s so important to wear...
by blumenstock | May 8, 2023 | Vision Tips
Cosmetics have come a long way from the toxic powders used in the Renaissance and Victorian eras. We’re very happy that modern makeup is free of ingredients like lead, arsenic, and mercury. Still, that doesn’t mean it’s all perfectly safe to have around the eyes. The...
by blumenstock | Apr 26, 2023 | Vision Tips
There are many differences between men and women — even when it comes to vision and eye health. Men, for example, are more likely to experience sight-threatening eye injuries than women, whereas women tend to be more vulnerable to certain eye diseases. So what can men...
