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We all know there are many benefits the body reaps from exercise: stronger muscles and bones, a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and improved mood are some of the most well-known. What is less well known is that exercise may actually cause better vision, too! It is expected that by the year 2050,…
During the long Minnesota winters, it can be a great blessing to be able to spend time outside on a sunny day. After months of feeling cooped up indoors due to cold weather, venturing outside to go sledding, ice fishing, skating, or just taking a walk in the fresh air can feel terrific. And though…
Near the end of each year, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions. For many, this resolution can be to become healthier by exercising, losing weight, or developing better habits. If you’re looking for a simple resolution that can have a big impact on your health and quality of life, it may help to focus…
What do our eyes do when we sleep? While this time may appear to show our bodies at their most restful, our brain and eyes are actually extremely active. Here is some information on what our brains and eyes are doing during this seemingly quiet time. Rapid Eye Movement As we sleep, our brains goes…
When you go to the eye clinic, you may hear many terms used that you are not sure of the definition. When your eye doctor says your vision is 20/20 (or 20/100), what exactly does he mean? If the eye doctor tells you that your daughter may need vision therapy, what exactly is vision therapy? In this post we’ll explain common vision terms used at the eye doctor’s clinic and what they mean.
A Rare Solar Eclipse – Beautiful Yet Dangerous A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks any part of the sun. On Monday, August 21st 2017 a solar eclipse will be visible, if skies are clear, across the entire continent of North America. People in a small, 70 mile wide path across the middle of…
People wear makeup for various reasons. Many wear makeup to feel more confident; others wear it because they think it makes them look more attractive. In fact, in recent research, women named eye makeup as the number one way to enhance other women’s general facial attractiveness. No matter what the reason for wearing makeup, it’s…
Though it’s been proven that drinking a glass or two of wine a night can have health benefits, we also know that having too much alcohol negatively affects our health. And anyone who has had a bit too much to drink knows that alcohol can impact the body short-term and long-term. But what does alcohol…
According to the American Optometric Association, more than half of all office workers who use computers regularly suffer eye strain. Interestingly, this problem is not due to computer use alone; the lighting that surrounds us at home and at work can actually harm our eyes. Many parents warn their kids to turn on a light…
Just about everyone has heard of the term lazy eye, but how does it happen – and how can it be remedied? The term lazy eye describes the misalignment or drifting of one eye. Beyond these most common complaints, a lazy eye can also cause more serious problems with vision, including a loss of binocular…