Eye Health Archives – Metro Eye

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Category Archives: Eye Health

Cataract Awareness Month

June: Cataract Awareness Month

Cataracts are an important topic that affects many people, and understanding them is crucial. This article will explain what cataracts are, why they happen, how to prevent them, and what to do if you have them. Cataracts are a common eye condition where the clear lens behind your iris becomes Read more…

Love Pumpkin

Love Pumpkin? Your Eyes Do Too!

With the fall season in full swing, you are sure to see a certain orange fruit everywhere. That’s right! Pumpkins are considered a fruit! Not only are they featured in our holiday and seasonal decorations, but they also find their way onto our menus. As far as we are concerned, Read more...

Metro Eye Proudly Supports Prevent Blindness Wisconsin

Prevent Blindness as a national organization started over 100 years ago in 1908. When it was learned that most childhood vision problems were preventable and treatable, a band of volunteers got together to form the forerunner to Prevent Blindness. To this day, Prevent Blindness is an organization that advocates for Read more…

The Most Eye-Healthy Vegetables and Recipes for Summer

Eye Health starts with nutrition! The food you put in your body is of utmost importance and relevance to the amount of nutrients you are taking in. The more vitamins you can squeeze into your diet, the better off your eyes will be! Here are some of the most eye-healthy Read more...

Eye Exams – The Window to Your Health

When examining your eyes, your eye doctor can predict many health concerns, some not related to your eyes. In a recent study by Optum, it was found that early signs of chronic diseases could be found during a general eye exam. Conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, Read more...

Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Eyes Healthy

Your health is important. You may know how to take care of your general health: exercise, eat healthy, and get your vitamins! As your eye doctor, we’ve compiled a list specific to your eye health. Many of the ways in which you take care of your body are very beneficial Read more…

February is Low Vision Awareness Month

Low vision affects millions of Americans, including especially many older Americans. Although often misconstrued, it is different from blindness. Low Vision is a condition where even corrective lenses and surgeries cannot provide 20/20 vision. When someone’s life is affected by low vision, activities such as reading, driving, and shopping can Read more...