The body processes ALL forms of sugar in the same way and ANY large amount can contribute to unwanted weight gain. If you’ve never learned about the concept of fatty liver, now’s your chance. It’s quite an interesting topic and rather simple to explain. A person’s liver gets “fatty” when it becomes overloaded with sugar (specifically […]
The right amount of sunlight is a powerful asset to our overall health, but getting too much sun can be harmful. The harmful effects of UV rays can pose a problem any time of year (even in winter). That said, right now is as good a time as any to explain how our eyes can be […]
If you need motivation to get off the couch, try to incorporate a basic workout routine and build momentum. Getting in shape might be the last thing on your mind, but if you start with a basic workout routine and build momentum, your fitness habits will drastically improve. Of course, it would be redundant for me […]
Smoking poses a threat to nearly every organ in your body and the eyes are no exception. “I regret the day I ever started,” a friend once told me in reference to smoking. “I wish I’d put all that time, money and effort into something else.” At the time, I didn’t really know what my friend […]
Any person who’s been diagnosed with diabetes will confirm the need for an eye exam at least once a year. Typically, I do my best to put out as much positive information as I can. But sometimes it’s important to look at the other side of the spectrum so we can position ourselves against negative situations. […]
Macular Degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss, affecting more than 10 million Americans. Moving forward, I’ve wanted to talk about Macular Degeneration (AMD) for quite some time. Without question, it’s one of the most debilitating eye diseases an eye care professional will come across. A person suffering from AMD might realize a loss of […]
Glaucoma is one of the most harmful eye diseases and it can take you by surprise if not detected early. Out of all the major eye diseases, glaucoma is as harmful as any, and it can certainly take you by surprise. To put it in perspective, think of glaucoma like a heart attack. You can go […]
Absorption of lutein and zeaxanthin comes through food consumption, which is why nutrition is so important. It isn’t easy to eat healthy in New York City, but it’s not impossible either. Not even in the least bit. In fact, inexpensive, healthy and quick options are everywhere. Especially when it comes to green, leafy vegetables. Now, I […]
If you love coffee and you can’t get enough, try this do it yourself cold brew method. If you’re a coffee drinker (like me), you typically fall into one of the following three coffee drinking categories: You like to dabble here and there (on a lunch date or after dinner) One cup (or two… or […]
Dietary modifications should be the first step on the path to healthy gut bacteria. As I stated in my previous post, keeping gut bacteria in check is a good way to improve overall health. It may also be important for healthy eyes. As we now know, gut bacteria changes are being linked to Age Related Macular Degeneration […]
