http://vision.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hh http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2013-05-18T07:39:45Z Sat, 18 May 2013 07:39:45 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/22/sun-wear-style-tips.htm <p>Picking the right sun wear can be fun. Sunglasses not only protect our eyes from damaging UV radiation from the sun, but they also make us look cool and fashionable at the same time.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/22/sun-wear-style-tips.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/22/sun-wear-style-tips.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 07:09:52 +0000 2013-05-22T07:09:52Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/18/shopping-for-shades.htm <p>When shopping for sunglasses, many people look to fashion first, rather than function. It's fun to pop on a fresh pair of uber-cool shades, but keep in mind the most important reason for wearing them in the first place: to protect your eyes and vision from the harmful rays of the sun.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/18/shopping-for-shades.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/18/shopping-for-shades.htm Sat, 18 May 2013 07:39:45 +0000 2013-05-18T07:39:45Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/11/eat-right-for-healthy-eyes.htm <p>We really are what we eat.</p> <p>Nutritional research suggests that the more green, leafy vegetables we eat, the healthier our eyes and vision will be. Several studies show that people who eat such vegetables, including spinach, kale, collards, and dark green lettuce, are at a lower risk of developing macular degeneration and cataracts.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/11/eat-right-for-healthy-eyes.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/11/eat-right-for-healthy-eyes.htm Sat, 11 May 2013 08:09:29 +0000 2013-05-11T08:09:29Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/04/before-you-switch-to-contacts.htm <p>Are you thinking of trying contacts? With all of the healthful and convenient options available today, almost anyone can wear contacts. Some people find that wearing contacts is better for their lifestyles, while others find them cumbersome and enjoy the ease of wearing eyeglasses.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/04/before-you-switch-to-contacts.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/05/04/before-you-switch-to-contacts.htm Sat, 04 May 2013 08:05:45 +0000 2013-05-04T08:05:45Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/stye-stye-in-my-eye-2.htm <p>If you've ever had a stye, you are well aware of the symptoms produced by that annoying little bump on your eyelid. A stye develops from an eyelash follicle or an eyelid oil gland that becomes clogged from excess oil, debris or bacteria.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/stye-stye-in-my-eye-2.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/stye-stye-in-my-eye-2.htm Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:29:23 +0000 2013-04-30T10:29:23Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/5-eye-opening-reasons-to-stop-smoking.htm <p>You know it's a good idea to stop smoking, as your body will be a lot healthier if you do. But did you know that smoking cessation can also greatly benefit your eyes and vision?</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/5-eye-opening-reasons-to-stop-smoking.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/5-eye-opening-reasons-to-stop-smoking.htm Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:13:00 +0000 2013-04-30T01:13:00Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/uncommon-dry-eye-treatments.htm <p>Most people with dry eye syndrome use eye drops on a daily basis to relieve uncomfortable symptoms. But did you know there are other treatment options that may also help you?</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/uncommon-dry-eye-treatments.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/30/uncommon-dry-eye-treatments.htm Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:03:35 +0000 2013-04-30T01:03:35Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/20/april-is-sjogrens-syndrome-awareness-month.htm <p>Sjogren's is an autoimmune disease in which people's white blood cells attack their moisture-producing glands. Today, as many as four million Americans are living with this disease.</p> <p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/od/sportsvision/a/Sjogren-S-Sndrome.htm&#34;">All About Sjogren's Syndrome</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/20/april-is-sjogrens-syndrome-awareness-month.htm Sat, 20 Apr 2013 08:28:00 +0000 2013-04-20T08:28:00Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/13/keep-an-eye-on-spring-allergies.htm <p>Spring is here! For many people, the first signs of the new season are itchy, red, watery eyes.</p> <p>Do you suffer from seasonal allergies?</p> <p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/od/sportsvision/p/Eye_Allergies.htm&#34;">All About Eye Allergies</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/13/keep-an-eye-on-spring-allergies.htm Sat, 13 Apr 2013 07:24:17 +0000 2013-04-13T07:24:17Z http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/08/what-are-progressive-lenses.htm <p>When you visit an optical to purchase eyeglasses, you will probably hear a few unfamiliar terms. Depending on your vision, you may be recommended to try a progressive lens. Do you know what progressive lenses are?</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/08/what-are-progressive-lenses.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://vision.about.com/b/2013/04/08/what-are-progressive-lenses.htm Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:11:03 +0000 2013-04-08T08:11:03Z