Amniotic membrane therapy has become a popular procedure in the last two decades. This treatment allows for a biological bandage to be applied to the ocular surface to promote surface reconstruction and healing. WHAT IS AMNIOTIC MEMBRANE TISSUE? The amniotic membrane is a thin layer of skin...
It is very bothersome when your eyes become irritated. Most of us seek for quick relief of itchiness, irritation and inflammation. Here are seven at home remedies you can use for relief of most minor eye irritations. 1. CUCUMBER SLICES Cut two thick slices of cucumbers and...
“Your eyes are the windows to your soul.”- Unknown Although the origins of this statement are unknown, there is a lot of truth behind it. Your eyes can be the windows to your overall health. With proper eye exams, life threatening health issues like high blood...
If you are ever called fish eyes take it as a compliment. Fish can improve your eyes and preserve your eyesight. Fish that can improve your eyesight include tuna, salmon, mackerel, anchovies and trout. These fish are rich in DHA, a fatty acid found in...
WHAT IS AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION? Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD or AMD) affects the tiny area at the centre of your retina known as the macula. The macula has the responsibility to detail ones central vision, allowing us to read and acknowledge faces. AMD is the leading...
Now if you are confused by what the title says you are not alone. Hypertensive retinopathy is damage to the retina caused by high blood pressure. The retina is the layer of tissue on the back part of the eye, which is charge of changing light...
‘Tis the season to be jolly and celebrate with family and friends, it’s a time where we look forward to attending parties, relaxing and spending time with those we love most. However, it is very important that while you celebrate, you stay safe and take...
Do you remember that time your mom made you eat all your vegetables and you hated it? Even though you didn’t like it, you mom’s lesson to eat your greens was more valuable than you would have thought! As nature’s medicine, your vegetables (specially the greens...
Winter is fast approaching and with it come the dry and itchy eyes. Take care of your eyes this winter with these easy tips and steer clear of dry eyes. MOISTEN YOUR EYES Now that the weather is cooling down and we’re turning our furnaces to an...
The thrill, the action and the effects are all reasons why children, teens and adults are choosing to spend their time playing video games. Although adults make up Canada’s majority of game players, over 90% of children between the ages of 6-17 years identified themselves...
