Reading for pleasure, discovering new places, gardening or enjoying your favourite activities: seeing well helps you make the most of these moments. Caring for your eyes is one of the healthy habits worth maintaining over the years.
Vision changes, but discomfort doesn’t have to be accepted
As we age, small print may become harder to read, and adjusting to changes in lighting may take more time. Some eye conditions also become more common and may develop without obvious symptoms at first.
That’s why it helps to pay attention to changes in your vision. Do you need more light to read? Do headlights bother you more at night? Is it harder to make out details during activities you enjoy? These are useful things to discuss with your optometrist.
Habits that support an active life
A few simple steps can help you care for your vision:
- Have regular eye exams. Your optometrist can assess your vision, check your eye health and offer advice based on your needs.
- Wear vision correction suited to your activities. Reading, computer work, walking and driving can place different demands on your eyes.
- Protect your eyes outdoors. Choose sunglasses that block 99 to 100% of UVA and UVB rays.
- Care for your overall health. Staying active, eating a balanced diet and avoiding smoking can also benefit your eye health.
Seeing clearly can help you move around with greater confidence. If you find it harder to judge steps, curbs or obstacles, mention it at your next eye exam.
Keep enjoying what you love
Caring for your vision means more than responding when a problem interferes with your plans. It can help you continue to enjoy everyday details and the activities that matter to you.
Have you noticed a change in your vision? The IRIS team can help you explore solutions suited to your lifestyle.
