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Good Habits to Maintain Healthy Vision

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Your eyes are some of the most delicate components of your body, and they may require special care and protection as the seasons change. In today’s post, the experts at Park Slope Eye discuss good habits you can adapt to ensure your visual health, safety, and comfort throughout the year.

Winter

The sun’s harmful UV rays can affect your eyes during the winter as much as they can in summer. The snow can reflect UV light into your eyes, which can lead to photokeratitis. This may result in eye pain, constant eyelid twitching, and increased sensitivity to glare. This is why your trusted eye doctor in Park Slope suggests wearing sunglasses whenever you go outside, no matter the season. This can also prevent the dry winter air and harsh drafts from causing dry eyes or other eye irritations.

Spring

Seasonal allergies may cause your eyes to itch, swell, or fog up. Identifying your trigger allergens and avoiding them as much as possible is the best way to prevent this. We suggest wearing protective eyewear when engaging in outdoor sports or gardening activities. If symptoms persist, we recommend visiting our experienced eye doctors for prompt treatment.

Summer

The bright sun and warm weather of summer make it tempting to spend all your free time outdoors. Just remember to wear sunglasses that offer 100% UV protection to prevent UV-induced ocular changes. This season is also the best time to enjoy colorful fruits rich in vitamins and antioxidants that can help maintain your eyesight.

We recommend having your children undergo eye exams before school starts so we can check for any visual impairments that may impede their learning and social development. If we detect nearsightedness, for instance, we may prescribe wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses in Brooklyn, NY, to improve their vision and quality of life.

Autumn

As this season brings stronger winds, we suggest wearing safety goggles when cleaning your gutters, raking leaves, or doing other fall chores. You may also be inclined to stay indoors and just lounge in front of your TV or computer. If you do, make sure to rest your eyes every 20 minutes to prevent eyestrain.

At Park Slope Eye, we combine our knowledge and skills to help maintain your eyesight. From fitting your eyewear to performing vision therapy in Brooklyn, NY, we can help you. For more tips on keeping your eyes healthy all year long, call us at (347) 380-7070. You can also complete our form or send us a message to schedule an appointment.

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  • Written by Justin Bazan

    Dr. Justin Bazan is a 2004 SUNY College of Optometry graduate. He established Park Slope Eye in 2008 with the goal of providing high quality eyecare and incredible eyewear for the neighborhood. He has a true passion for optometry and stay up to date with the current research and trends. He is active in the profession and holds several leadership positions on the local, state and national levels. Dr. Bazan is a Park Slope local and can often be seen out in the neighborhood so be sure to say Hi next time you see him!

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