Can you eat your way to better sight?

The eyes are not just a window to the soul; they may be a surprisingly reliable guide to how healthily you eat. While there is no correlation between refusing to eat your carrots and actual night vision, nutrition and optical health are closely linked, with scientists currently looking at the role played by vitamins and minerals in the prevention of eye diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts.

That a link exists has long been understood: the eye condition xerophthalmia, a common cause of blindness in developing countries, is known to be caused by a lack of vitamin A, which is found in sources such as meat and fresh vegetables.

For more information you can read the original article on Telegraph.

October is breast cancer awareness month and ocular health can show signs of metastasis.Most people are not aware that breast cancer can cause health changes in the eyes. Drop in to any 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore location and tell the staff that you are redeeming the Facebook Offer (Share the Buy-One-Get-One-Free Deal with a friend or family member and 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore pays for one eye examination).

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Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual international event that is held every year in the month of October. Groups of breast cancer charities gather together every year to:

• Increase awareness of breast cancer
• Raise funds towards finding a cure

Here at 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore, we are 100% behind Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We have a special Breast Cancer Awareness Special where you can share the Buy One Get One Free offer with a friend or family member and 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore will pay for one eye examination.

To know more you can about the breast cancer awareness just click here.

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How to Pick Good Sunglasses

Sunglasses are an essential tool in safeguarding the health of your eyes and the surrounding tissue. Here’s what you need to know about what sunglasses can do for you (apart from style) and how to choose them.

Lee Ball Jr., OD, an optometrist at Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center says “Sunglasses play a vital role in shielding the fragile tissue around the eye”.

Here are some tips which can help you to pick good sunglasses

• Look for Complete UVA/UVB Protection
• Choose the Right Hue
• Opt for Polarized Lenses If You Spend a Lot of Time on Water
• Consider the Quality of the Lenses
• Bigger is Better
• Fit Matters

To know more you can read the original article by By Shelley Levitt WebMD Feature, Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD on WebMD

Drop in to any 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore® location or schedule an eye exam online. We also have in-house optometrists that are available for full eye examinations. Check out our coupons page for current offerings as well. Stop by the store and celebrate #BreastCancer Awareness Month – Special BOGO Deal + 20/20 Pays for 1 Eye Exam http://on.fb.me/1ujIXVJ

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20/20 Eyeglass Superstore: Special Deal For The Month Of October

October is breast cancer awareness month and ocular health can show signs of metastasis.
Most people are not aware that breast cancer can cause health changes in the eyes.

Stop by the store and celebrate #BreastCancer Awareness Month – Special BOGO Deal + 20/20 Pays for 1 Eye Exam http://on.fb.me/1ujIXVJ

4 Tips To Wear Pink This October

The month of October is observed as breast cancer awareness month, where women are encouraged to wear pink and spread awareness. So, get into your pink outfit, but be careful about choosing the right shade.

Here are some tips for you:

• Mix your shade with other colors:Veronique Henderson, creative director at Color Me Beautiful said  ‘whatever you’re coloring; you will be able to mix your pink with the other big color this season – any grey’.

• Try the rich pink shade: If you match your skin tone with Catherine Zeta Jones, then you will need a strong rich pink. It can be worn as sportswear to more formal attire, if solid pink is not for you, then incorporate it as part of a print on a top.

• Choose contrasting shades for your eyes and hair color: If your hair is salt and pepper, silver or white (natural or not) then hot, rose and fuchsia pinks are must-haves in your wardrobe. Pink will give you that boost of energy that you deserve.

• Try soft and muted shades: If your overall look is soft and muted then make your pink soft and muted too. The best shades of pink for you are salmon and powder pinks.

For more details you can read the article on thehealthsite.

Visit the 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore Winter Park Facebook Offer Page and get the offer.  This offer is valid until October 31, 2014. Drop in to any 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore location and tell the staff that you are redeeming the Facebook Offer (Share the Buy-One-Get-One-Free Deal with a friend or family member and 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore pays for one eye examination).

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Breast Cancer: Vision and Eye Problems

Though not a common side effect, breast cancer treatment may affect your eyes, including your vision.

Breast cancer treatments that may cause eye problems are:

• red, itchy, or dry eyes
• watery eyes
• conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• blurry or double vision
• seeing dark spots

If you have vision problems, it can be a sign of a more serious medical condition. Call your doctor right away if you notice that you’re having trouble seeing or if your vision changes.

For more details you can read the original article on breastcancer.

Your eyes are the windows to the world, but negligence and improper care can take a toll on your eyesight. 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore® keeps you updated on eye health news and various tips about eye care. Drop in at your nearest location in Florida for an eye exam by an onsite Independent Doctor of Optometry.

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20/20 Eyeglass Superstore Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Visit the 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore Winter Park Facebook Offer Page and get the offer.  This offer is valid until October 31, 2014. Drop in to any 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore location and tell the staff that you are redeeming the Facebook Offer (Share the Buy-One-Get-One-Free Deal with a friend or family member and 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore pays for one eye examination).

Eye Exercises for Nearsightedness

Nearsightedness or short sightedness is a condition that many people will experience during their lifetime. The inability to focus on objects far away is due to weakened vision that is often a result of the natural aging process of your body. Also known as myopia, nearsightedness is usually rectified with a number of different methods.

Remember that your eyes are a muscle and that muscles need to be worked regularly to stay in good condition.

Eye exercises can help in a number of different ways:

• Increase eye function and help you focus better
• Reduce eyestrain
• Reduce sensitivity to light
• Increase or strengthen your eyes
• Help with other aspects of vision such as hand-eye coordination, depth perception, peripheral vision, etc.

For more information you can read the original article by Orlin Sorensen on rebuildyourvision.

Don’t forget if you are in the State of Florida, you can drop in at any 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore® location in Orange City, Winter Park or Melbourne for an eye exam. You can also look up our collection of designer glasses, sunglasses, etc. We have A Frame for Every Face and A Price for Every Budget®. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Top 10 Eye-Healthy Cities in U.S.A

VSP Vision Care announced its top 10 eye-healthy cities in the U.S. for 2014, and Boise, Idaho; Reno, Nevada; and Oklahoma City, Okla., top the list.

According to a press release from VSP. VSP began analyzing data from tens of millions of 2012 claims to recognize the top cities whose residents received eye exams as part of their health care routines.

The top 10 list in its entirety:

1. Boise, Idaho
2. Reno, Nev.
3. Oklahoma City, Okla.
4. Huntsville, Ala.
5. Des Moines, Iowa
6. Colorado Springs, Colo.
7. Birmingham, Ala.
8. Little Rock, Ark.

To know more you can read the original article by clicking here.

You can get an appointment and schedule an eye exam with a 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore Independent Optometrist. Walk-ins are also welcome. However, please allow 15 to 20 minutes prior to your appointment or walking in to complete the necessary paperwork.

We look forward to seeing you.

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Almonds and Eye Health

Almonds are good for your eyes because they contain vitamin E, along with monounsaturated fatty acids similar to those found in olive oil.

Almonds, like other nuts, are both nutrient-dense and energy-dense. As such, you don’t need to consume large portions to get their benefits. The combination of protein and healthy fats help keep you satisfied, so a small handful of almonds make for a great between-meal snack.

You can go through the website to know more about the almonds and eye health by clicking here.

Our eyes are very delicate organs, and we should plan routine eye exams whether or not we notice any problems.

By getting your eyes checked regularly, you’ll be able to keep them healthy your whole life. Neglect can be costly!

Click here to schedule an eye exam at 20/20 Eyeglass Superstore.