We are really big on preventive medicine and promoting eye health. In an earlier article we spoke about prescribing a proper eye health regime. One thing you can add to your eye health talk is walking. Walking is A FREE daily exercise that is not only good for eye health but whole body health as well. A fun way to introduce Walking into your Eye … [Read more...]

    Latisse by Allergan (who introduced Botox) - is a Rx Treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes. Allergan is predicting in the long run that women 'will not blink at spending $120 for a one-month, 2 milliliter supply of the drug, comparing the cost of longer lashes to a daily cup of coffee' Eye … [Read more...]

With all the health issues today- how many optical professionals discuss preventive eye health with patients? Is every staff member aware of the following eye health basics? Not only is this good information to be discussed at a staff meeting, but it could be an opportunity to enhance your patient relations.  Put an abbreviated list on the back … [Read more...]

I came across some interesting sites about Color Blindness: Never really thought about this before- how does a color blind person pick out glasses? Do all color blind people know they are color blind?  Vision Simulator- Is a site about the causes of color. Offers some images and you input your 'stimulation' and the picture changes under Normal, … [Read more...]

I get spooked just looking at these pics- It's just scary about all that could happen to your sight. Some of these Eye Piercing are being done at home. If you are interested in this opportunity - you can offer it in your office!   For a more graphic look Check out Cool Pics (even a … [Read more...]

I actually followed along with this video- really worked! Should have it running all day!  The secret at http://www.tamacy.com Do you have computer eye strain or drowsiness? Try doing these holistic eye health methods to get healthier and more alive. … [Read more...]

  The eyes may be the windows to the soul, but they also make pretty good peepholes into the brain. Thanks to an optical version of ultrasound, it is becoming possible to locate and monitor the growth of brain tumours, and to track neurodegenerative conditions like multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease - all by peering … [Read more...]

As I was applying makeup the other day (a rare thing, because I can't see) and poked my eye- got to thinking, do you discuss makeup application with your patients? Do you look at their makeup to determine whether it's safe to use? Some make-up contains lead and other toxic ingredients that people may have a reaction to. The Problems: Allergic … [Read more...]

Thinking of changing your look? You might consider some of the following colors when remodeling! Scientist have been studying the effects of color on our moods, health and way of thinking for years. While blue is one of the most popular colors it is one of the least appetizing. Blue food is rare in nature. Food researchers say that when humans … [Read more...]

As I have been getting more and more into non-toxic and organic products- I started to wonder, what does that mean for the future of optical. The first Natural Optometrist I ever met, was Dr. Jeff Anshel of the Optometric Nutrition Society The Purpose of the Society is: To sponsor professional symposia as well as a website, and to generate … [Read more...]