Category Archives: Vision Loss

The Best and Worst Foods for AMD

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

March 14, 2022

“Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably.” — C. S. Lewis

I wholeheartedly agree with that sentiment. Sitting down to dinner with a good book on my table stand is one of the highlights of my day… as well as during breakfast and lunch if I’m home.

I love to read, so the last thing I would ever want to experience is vision problems. The interesting thing here is that the foods we put into our mouths can have a direct effect on whether we experience vision loss or not. Continue reading →

Sunglasses aren’t Just for Sunny Summer Days

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

December 1, 2021

Sunglasses aren’t just for summer. And they aren’t just for sunny days.

A lot of people only wear sunglasses to block the sun’s glare so they don’t have to squint. The more important reason to wear them is to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that damage your eyes. This damage is cumulative and can lead to the development of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Well, guess what? Continue reading →

4 Foods that Steal Your Vision

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

April 8, 2020

You know, of all the health problems to have, vision loss is one of the scariest to me. In fact, I’d rather be deaf than lose my ability to read my favorite books.

So when one middle-aged gentlemen came into my office the other day, I needed to be a little blunt about the risks he was taking with his vision.

Now, every physician gets his or her share of patients who would rather not be there for an appointment. This guy was a classic case. Continue reading →

Sunglasses: Not Just For Style

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

November 18, 2019

Every time I get into my car, I always reach for my little glove compartment right away. I stash my regular glasses and slip on my sunglasses.

Then, I’m ready to roll.

Even if it’s a cloudy day, these sunglasses stay on until the sun disappears below the horizon. Just like applying sunscreen, wearing your sunglasses should be a regular part of your routine when going outside. Continue reading →

Start Saving Your Vision Now

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 18, 2019

Your eyesight is one of your most important gifts. So when I see patients ignoring eye health, I like to set them right.

Think about it. Your eyesight is your key to independence. Once it starts to go, all sorts of things happen.

The most terrifying, of course, is losing your driver’s license. Suddenly you can’t go to the grocery store… you can’t get to the doctor if you have an emergency… you can’t even meet your friends for dinner. Continue reading →

#1 Way to Banish Dry Eyes

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 13, 2019

I don’t know about you, but I suffer from dry eyes regularly.

Between my smart phone and four or five hours on the computer each day…my eyes sure take a beating. And by the end of each day they often feel dry and gritty.

If you spend more than an hour or two a day using your electronic devices – or even doing other forms of close work – you know exactly what I’m talking about. Continue reading →

Protecting Your Eyes from the Summer Sun

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

July 24, 2019

When K.L. popped into the office the other day, she looked horrible. Her eyes were bloodshot and swollen.

The appointment was supposed to be nothing more than a quick follow-up from a previous visit. But I had to ask.

“What’s going on with your eyes?”

K.L. waved her hands in front of her face and said, “It’s nothing. This always happens when I spend too much time in the sun. But it only takes a couple of days before it goes away.” Continue reading →

Are Your Eyes a Window to Dementia?

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

January 21, 2019

There is an obvious reason to take good care of your eyes. To protect your vision.

But there is another reason that is equally important. It’s something people don’t hear much about. So it always comes as a surprise to my patients when I tell them this:

“If you want to protect your brain, it’s urgent that you take immediate measures to support healthy vision.”

It sounds crazy, right? But it’s not. Continue reading →

Link Found Between Eye Disease and Alzheimer’s

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 7, 2018

Can your eye health predict Alzheimer’s?
Eat to protect your vision… and your memories
Supplements for your eyesight and brainpower

The thought of losing your vision is a scary idea. Still, I find that many of my patients don’t actively start taking care of their eyes until they start experiencing problems.

By that time it is often too late resolve many of the most common eye disorders associated with aging. This is particularly true when it comes to the three that are most devastating.

These diseases alone are pretty frightening. But what I’m going to share with you next is absolutely terrifying. People with these vision-destroying conditions have a 45 to 50 percent greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease compared to people without them! Continue reading →

Eat This Fruit to Reduce Vision Loss

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

August 15, 2018

Protect against this leading cause of blindness
Compound in oranges slashes risk of macular degeneration up to 60%
5 more nutrients to preserve your vision

I’m a great lover of citrus fruits. Nothing tastes better on a hot summer day than the tangy sweet taste of antioxidant-rich oranges, grapefruits and tangerines.

But despite popular belief, it’s not just a hefty dose of vitamin C that makes these fruits so good for you. They also contain a powerhouse of antioxidant flavonoids that have antiviral, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory activities.

If that’s not reason enough to eat more citrus, there’s another benefit that will certainly capture your attention. Continue reading →