Could your morning coffee be good for your eyes?
A new study out of Cornell University found that a product many people consume daily—coffee—may have a positive effect on eye health. The research, published in the Journal of Agricultural…
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Tag: eye
What Determines Eye Color?
A substance called melanin determines eye color. If an eye has a lot of melanin and the melanin is near the surface of the iris, then that eye will be a…
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The Eyes ARE the Window to the Body
Unless you live under a log, you’ve probably heard the saying by now that the eyes are the window to your body. With today’s technology it is truer than ever.…
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Eagle Eyes
As many people that have been glued to their computer, iPad and tablet screens waiting for the eaglets to hatch, I thought I would find out more about the “Eagle…
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Why Does My Dogs Eyes Water Constantly?
I am not a veterinarian, but a lot of my friends ask me why their dog’s eyes water all the time. Dogs can have similar problems as humans. This could…
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Minimizing the Effects of Ocular Allergies
If the snow ever stops, we will soon be in allergy season. Allergies are one of the most common health issues, affecting 20-30% of people in this country. The ultimate solution…
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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, back by popular demand is our Glaucoma Quiz!!
1) What are the early signs of glaucoma? A) Seeing flashes of light and a lot of floaters. B) Blurred vision, especially after reading. C) There are no early signs.…
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Are You a Candidate for Lasik?
Like all surgeries, Lasik isn’t for everyone, so how do you know if you’re a candidate? Lasik can be very successful when performed on the right patient, so who is…
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Avoiding Pinkeye:
Now that the cold and flu season is here, it can bring along unwanted germs causing body aches and pains, and the eye is not immune. Pinkeye, (conjunctivitis), can be…
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The Best Way to Apply Heat:
There are several conditions which require a patient to apply heat to their eyes, such as pink eye (conjunctivitis), and styes (hordeolums), as in last week’s blog. The best heat…
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