Cataracts by Dr. Claire Arcidiacono, ND

Cataracts by Dr. Claire Arcidiacono, ND

Many say, “The eyes are the window to the soul”. Unfortunately, in the United States, many develop serious eye conditions. One of the most common conditions that develop in the eye is known as a cataract. Though it is very common, it can be difficult 

The Hidden Risk of Vitamin E Deficiency

The Hidden Risk of Vitamin E Deficiency

Photo by Diego Ph on Unsplash In the United States, an estimated 96% of adult women and 90% of adult men do not receive enough Vitamin E in their diet. Scientists have recently discovered even more risks related to a lack of Vitamin E – 

Eye Health: Finding a Cure for Blindness

Eye Health: Finding a Cure for Blindness

Photo by Soroush Karimi on Unsplash According to the World Health Organization, 285 million people around the world are estimated to be visually impaired in some way. Of these, 39 million are blind and 246 million have serious vision issues. Losing a portion of your 

Study: Eye Color Linked to Pain Tolerance

Study: Eye Color Linked to Pain Tolerance

Photo by Soroush Karimi on Unsplash It’s a fact that some of us are able to tolerate physical pain much better than others. A lot of factors come into play here, including genetics, body chemistry, and past exposure to pain. But now, a new study 

Your Contact Lenses Could be Harboring Bacteria!

Your Contact Lenses Could be Harboring Bacteria!

Sarah Comeau on Unsplash Whether you wear contacts for medical reasons or just to make a fashion statement, it’s pretty common knowledge that regular care for your contacts is important. Germs and other forms of bacteria can do permanent damage to your eyes, and even 

Low Vision Awareness Month: Protect your Eyes

Low Vision Awareness Month: Protect your Eyes

By Kristen M. Leccese and Dr. Millie Lytle, ND. Good eyesight is one aspect of our health that’s pushed to the side far too often. The ability to see our friends’ faces, breathtaking landscapes, movies, works of art, colors, expressions, and everything else is a