Healthy Aging and Your Eyes

Keeping your eyes healthy as you age should be one of your priorities since many factors can decrease your vision. At Maple Ridge Eye Care in Maple Ridge, BC, we have a team of eye care professionals who can help keep your eyes healthy well into old age. With frequent eye exams and vision care, we can detect conditions, especially aging issues like cataracts and macular degeneration, with the latest equipment. Below are tips for maintaining good eye health.

Stop Smoking

One of the most important things that you can do for your eyes and your health is to stop smoking. Smoking is a major risk factor when it comes to age-related macular degeneration, an eye problem that significantly deteriorates the retina and reduces vision.

Keep Your Weight at a Healthy Level

Being overweight poses risks for a number of diseases, including diabetes, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Keep your weight at a healthy level to reduce your chance of developing one of these diseases.

Wear Sunglasses

Sunglasses are not just a fashion statement, they help protect your eyes from the damaging rays of the sun. Be sure the sunglasses you wear have 100% UV protection to filter both UVA and UVB rays.

Eat Healthy

Eating healthy foods affects your eye health for the better. Make sure that your diet includes essential fatty acids, Vitamin C and E, zinc, and lutein.

Aging Doesn’t Have to A Problem for Your Eye Health

At Maple Ridge Eye Care in Maple Ridge, BC, we understand the benefits of keeping your eyes healthy as you age. If you want to make an appointment for an exam to discuss your aging eyes, give us a call at 604-670-4434. We are happy to help.