"Doc, are carrots good for my eyes?" And other info about nutrition

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Not surprisingly, what we eat and put in our bodies can have a major impact on the health of our bodies. While we will all eventually get cataracts if we live long enough, research has shown that certain nutrients can delay their development and p...

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Why we all need UV protection

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UV radiation is harmful to eyes. Overexposure to UV can have short-term effects and long-term effects like acceleration of cataracts, and an increased risk of retinal damage. In addition, the skin of the lids – particularly the lower lids and the ...

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What you can do to help your child's visual development

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These are really great actions that you can take to help your child's vision and eye health over time, and as they develop. Obtain proper prenatal care and nutrition. Change crib position frequently to allow baby to respond to light from differen...

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Children's Health Checklist

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Things to watch out for and tell your child's doctors about (whether eye doctors or any other specialty - and you can also download the checklist and learn what you can do to help your child's vision and eye-health): Eyes that seemed “crossed," t...

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