https://visionsource-mandan.com/blog/november-is-diabetic-eye-disease-awareness-month/ Fluctuating blood sugars are known to cause fluctuating vision. There is a correlation between the change in blood sugar levels and the ability of the crystalline lens in your eye to maintain a sharp focus. High blood sugar weakens the blood vessels in your eyes. Diabetic retinopathy affects blood vessels in the light-sensitive tissue called the retina that lines the back … Continue reading November: Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month Insights
Category: Eye Health
Save Your Sight: Essential Eye Exam Insights
The Eye Exam That Can Save Your SightEarly detection and treatment can reduce the risk of blindness by 95 percent. Diabetic retinopathy can lead to blindness if you don’t get it treated on time.https://www.healthcentral.com/article/the-eye-exam-that-can-save-your-sight Difference between an Ophthalmologist, Optometrist and OpticianYour sight depends on seeing the right eye doctor at the right time. When it’s time … Continue reading Save Your Sight: Essential Eye Exam Insights
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month
To review evaluation of your eye health and get the necessary examinations when they are due. Resources: http://visionsource-mandan.com/2017/10/31/november-is-diabetic-eye-disease-awareness-month/ http://www.med.unc.edu/ophth/news/november-is-diabetic-eye-disease-awareness-month https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.com/getting-started/diabetic-eye-health/ If you got this email from someone who forwarded it to you, please consider subscribing to our blog yourself at https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.com/blog-posts/-2. Scroll down to the SUBSCRIBE box and enter your email address. Please be assured we will never … Continue reading November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month
Macular Degeneration & Eye Health
What Causes Eye Floaters and Dry Eyes? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9WkRYMfvp8 Dr. Berg - best foods for eyes https://youtu.be/wafi94q8gPg Dr. Berry - high carb low fat diet cause of macular degeneration 1 cup spinach/day to prevent MD Carrots have no effect Fatty ocean fish - salmon, sardines, tuna 3x/week "Vegetable" oil 4x greater risk for MD - use … Continue reading Macular Degeneration & Eye Health
August is National Eye Exam Month
Goal: To focus on your diabetic eye health by regular retinopathy screening and vision evaluation. Make/keep appointments with your eye care professionals for regular eye exams. The Eye Exam That Can Save Your SightEarly detection and treatment can reduce the risk of blindness by 95 percent. Diabetic retinopathy can lead to blindness if you don’t get … Continue reading August is National Eye Exam Month
National Eye Exam Month
Fluctuating blood sugars are known to cause fluctuating vision. There is a correlation between the change in blood sugar levels and the ability of the crystalline lens in your eye to maintain a sharp focus. High blood sugar weakens the blood vessels in your eyes. Diabetic retinopathy affects blood vessels in the light-sensitive tissue called … Continue reading National Eye Exam Month
Cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy
Cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy are some of the most common eye disorders for diabetics. Please read the articles below for more information: Eagle, Ruth (October 11, 2021). Cataracts and diabetes: A guide https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/cataracts-and-diabetes (accessed on 6/6/2022). Zhao, Ying-Xi and Xiang-Wu Chen. “Diabetes and risk of glaucoma: systematic review and a Meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies,” International Journal of … Continue reading Cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy
Eye conditions related to diabetes
Diabetes is a lifelong condition and can cause several health complications. Your eyes are one part of your body that can be affected. You can read the entire article here: https://www.rnib.org.uk/eye-health/eye-conditions/diabetes-related-eye-conditions Website includes two short videos of case studies. You can also download this article in PDF or Word format. If you got this email from … Continue reading Eye conditions related to diabetes
Diabetic Eye Health
Fluctuating blood sugars are known to cause fluctuating vision. There is a correlation between the change in blood sugar levels and the ability of the crystalline lens in your eye to maintain a sharp focus. High blood sugar weakens the blood vessels in your eyes. Diabetic retinopathy affects blood vessels in the light-sensitive tissue called the retina that lines the back of … Continue reading Diabetic Eye Health
August – National Eye Exam Month
August is National Eye Exam Month. What should you do during this month? Access this page for more information, including a 9-minute video with tips on how to prevent/reverse cataracts: https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.com/other-resources/challenges/august/national-eye-exam-month/ If you got this email from someone who forwarded it to you, please consider subscribing to our blog yourself at https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.com/blog-posts/. Scroll down to … Continue reading August – National Eye Exam Month




