Today, April 7th, we celebrate World Health Day. From Murcia LUPER opticians we take advantage of this special day to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of our visual health.
Did you know that of the five senses, sight is the most developed and one of the most complex and delicate organs in our body? 80% of the information our brain receives is visual. Through them, aspects of the environment are perceived such as:
- The shape and magnitude of objects
- Movements
- Colors
- Three-dimensionality, shadows and chiaroscuro
Therefore, neglecting our sight can have significant consequences for our health.
Maintaining good visual health is crucial in our daily lives because they are also the engine through which we express our feelings and emotions, and at Murcia opticians we help you achieve this.
We are more familiar with taking care of our diet and having check-ups with our family doctor, but we largely neglect our eyes. This is because many vision and eye problems do not present external symptoms or signs, and this is mainly one of the reasons why we forget to have our eyes checked.
Did you know that recent studies have shown that 80% of current blindness cases could have been treated to prevent total vision loss? That is why it is so important to take care of our visual health and attend periodic eye and vision exams. This will allow for early diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision problems if they exist.
In addition to an annual check-up with your ophthalmologist and optician, it is important to follow healthy habits that will become the perfect allies for your eye health.
What are healthy habits for eye care?
At Murcia LUPER opticians, we recommend the following:
1. Take care of your diet:
Following a healthy and balanced diet is fundamental for a beneficial effect on both the body and vision.
Vitamins A, C, and E, minerals such as zinc and selenium, and Omega 3 fatty acids, are very good for the retina and also prevent the aging of ocular structures.
2. Daily hygiene:
For good eye health, eye hygiene is important. We can achieve this through:
- Daily eyelid hygiene
- Frequent use of artificial tears
- Frequent blinking
Here you will find some products that will help you improve your visual health
3. Lighting:
This is one of the most important aspects when it comes to taking care of our eye health. But do we really give it the importance it deserves?
The choice of lights and bulbs we use in our daily lives should be a factor to consider, as we spend 90% of our time indoors. And even more so now, after COVID-19, many people are teleworking or studying from home.
Benefits of good lighting:
- Prevents eye strain
- Prevents blurred vision
- Prevents stinging eyes
4. Use of sunglasses:
Protect yourself from UVA and UV rays with approved sunglasses. In this section of LUPER sunglasses you will find different models that will help you protect yourself from these external factors.
5. Enjoy the outdoors:
As we mentioned earlier, we spend a lot of time indoors in our daily lives, and this, coupled with screen use, is making myopia the new silent pandemic of the 21st century. Therefore, it is in our hands to enjoy the outdoors whenever possible. It has been shown that the more hours we spend outdoors, the lower the incidence of myopia
6. Check your eyes at least once a year:
Visit your optician at least once a year for a vision check-up. At Murcia opticians LUPER we have the highest technology in the sector that allows us to accurately test your vision and perform a detailed analysis of your visual health thanks to our specialists.
If you wish, you can make an appointment through our website or call us at 868 966 151 and we will reserve a slot for you when it suits you best.
