Healthy Aging and Your Eyes

Healthy Aging and Your Eyes

Primary Eyecare & Optical of Meridian Offers Tips on Healthy Aging and Your Eyes

Your eyes experience the effects of aging just as other parts of your body do. However, with daily care and regular visits to your optometrist, you can take steps to preserve your vision from getting worse throughout your life. At Primary Eyecare & Optical of Meridian in Meridian, MS, we help seniors maintain good vision and eye health throughout life.

Factors that Affect Older Eyes

Obesity can affect eye health, leading to cataract development and surgery. If you smoke, you are at greater risk for age-related eye diseases and blindness. Exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun can also damage your vision. Lack of exercise and consumption of alcohol is associated with an increased risk. In addition, some medications can cause effects on the eyes, and some medical conditions can also affect eye health.

Caring for Eyes as You Age

You can make a significant difference in the health of your eyes by implementing several measures. First, eat a diet rich in green, leafy vegetables, fish, and nuts that contain lutein, zeaxanthin, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, and vitamin E. If you smoke, talk to your doctor about ways to quit.

Manage your weight and get regular exercise. Stay in control of health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure. Always wear sunglasses when outdoors in bright sunlight. And schedule regular visits to your eye doctor for checkups to help preserve your vision.

Make Primary Eyecare & Optical of Meridian Your Optometrist

Dr. Duong, Dr. Dooley, and Dr. Smith use their extensive training and years of experience to help their patients in Meridian, MS, and nearby communities achieve better eye health throughout life. We provide many optometry services, including comprehensive exams, eyeglass fitting, contact lens fitting, pre-and post-surgery eye care, and management of eye diseases.

Contact Primary Eyecare & Optical of Meridian today at 601-485-2020 or Primary Eyecare South at (601) 282-2300 for an appointment to learn the best ways to maintain healthy eyes and good vision as you age.