Eye Health Tips for Older Adults

As everyone gets older, many changes occur in the vision. Some common age-related vision problems that seniors often face include:

• Presbyopia: It causes trouble reading small words, headaches, eye strain and more.
• Cataracts: Causes blurry eyes, dim vision, night blindness, sensitivity to light and glare.
• Dry eyes: The risk factors of dry eyes include: certain medications, contact lenses, allergies, and certain environmental conditions.
•  …and many more.

Here are a few tips for seniors to avoid eye problems:

1.  Eat healthy: Healthy eating habits can help you take care of your vision. Foods that are rich in zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C and vitamin A, help defend against certain age-related eye problems. To avoid such diseases or issues, include these in your diet:

• Salmon, tuna, and other fatty fish  
• Green leafy vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, and many more.
• Eggs, beans, and other non-meat protein rich sources
• Oranges and other citrus fruits
• and several other vitamin and mineral rich foods.  

2.  Quit smoking: Smoking severely damages your optic nerve and makes you more likely to develop macular degeneration. It’s not too late to quit smoking. Consult your doctor if you need help. 

3.  Avoid using mobile phones or computers for long periods of time: Staring at computer or mobile phone’s screen can cause eye strain, dry eyes, headaches and many more problems. 

4.  Visit your doctor frequently for a proper eye screening: Eye screenings can help find diseases, such as glaucoma, that have no signs at the start. It’s important to treat them as early as possible because they worsen with time.

If you are unable to manage your eye health and need some assistance, get in touch with Always Best Care. They are a senior care firm that has been providing the best Assisted living, as well as In Home Care Services, In Vancouver since 1996. For more information, call them today at (778) 945-3010.