Monthly Archives: September 2019

Ever found yourself doing this at work? As we begin to age, our bodies don’t function as well as they used to. In fact, they may cause us to reflect back on these famous words from the Rolling Stones.

“What a drag it is getting old.”

Truth is, we need to be that old for our joints to start creaking. We don’t need to be that old to find it a little more difficult to pull ourselves out of bed after a long day in the yard. And we don’t need to be than old for our eyesight to get worse.

When it comes to eyesight, here’s a statistic worth considering. More than half of Americans over the age of 60 face the prospect of cataracts. Don’t let that scare you. Rather, find some comfort in knowing that there are treatment options aplenty for an eye condition that affects so many Americans.

Here at the Utah Eye Centers, we have years of experience providing patients with nothing but the best, most-effective optical care when their vision becomes a little less clear than it used to be. Whether you require Limbal Relaxing Incisions, Toric Lenses, or Laser Enhancements, our friendly, knowledgeable team of professional optometrists will work with you to form a thorough, effective plan of attack that both addresses your personal health challenges and provides optimum results.

Since everyone’s needs are different, just like everyone’s eyes are different, it’s important that we have a one-on-one consultation with you in order to fully examine your eyes and see what treatment options will be most effective.

To find out more about our variety of cataract procedures just visit us here: http://www.utaheyecenters.com/ We look forward to working with you to make sure you have the best possible vision for the years ahead.

Did you know wearing glasses has come of age? Yes, indeed.

Perhaps you were teased as a kid on the school playground because you wore glasses: “Hey, four eyes,” or someone made fun of you because you had to wear bifocals that were as thick as a Coke bottle’s bottom.

Well, wearing glasses has now taken on a whole new meaning and that’s a good thing. In fact, for the millions who wear glasses to help them see, sporting glasses is also now a cool, fashionable thing.

And if you are someone who must wear glasses to see far or near, or in between, choosing the right glasses for your face is key to looking great.

But, if you haven’t a clue as to what looks appropriate on a square face, a round face, or a heart-shaped face, no problem. The professionals at Utah Eye Centers are at the ready to help you find the perfect pair of glasses so you look in style.

We have all kinds of glasses from tortoise and metal to plastic frames. We also carry top brands from popular designers such as Liz Claiborne, Bebe, Espirit, Versace, Vera Wang and many more.

Stop by today or make an appointment for an eye exam, too, and we’ll be sure to fit you for a terrific new pair of glasses that are as fashionable as they are practical. You’ll love the way you look, we guarantee it!

Did you know diet can affect your eyesight? It’s true. Although these foods won’t fix vision issues, they can have a positive impact on your optical health. They may even reduce your chances of getting macular degeneration.

So today, we’d like to put six foods on your shopping list that could be considered eye candy. They won’t cure cataracts. They won’t provide the kind of clarity that comes with Lasik. But they are clearly the coolest eye foods around.

Carrots

Carrots contain beta-carotene (vitamin A). If you want good vision, this is an essential nutrient. If carrots aren’t your thing, you can find the same nutrient in sweet potatoes and yams.

Eggs

Egg yolks contain vitamin A as well! So instead of carving around the yolk when eating your sunny-side-up eggs, enjoy the whole egg. It’s healthy. Eggs also contain lutein, zeaxanthin and zinc, which have been shown to reduce macular degeneration.

Leafy greens

Consider kale and spinach at the top of this list. They are packed with lutein and zeaxanthin. You may also want to consider Swiss chard, collard greens, broccoli, and — gasp — Brussels sprouts.

Wild-caught salmon

Add this to your fish-Friday menu. Salmon is high in Omega-3 fatty acids, which is awesome for eyes. Omega-3 has been shown to reduce the risk of macular degeneration, which is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 60.

Almonds

Here’s another food that will slow down the rate of macular degeneration. Even Almond Roco would work. Almonds contain vitamin E, which has been shown to reduce macular degeneration.

Citrus fruits

Citrus fruits round out our list of eye candy. These fruits are high in vitamin C, which is another key vitamin in reducing macular degeneration. Other powerhouses for vitamin C are berries, broccoli, green and red peppers and Brussels sprouts.

Truth is, there are plenty of healthy food options when in comes to improving your vision. When looking at your menu, consider vitamins A, C, and E, as well as your Omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, lutein, and zeaxanthin. If you have any questions regarding your eye health, don’t hesitate to talk to your physician and learn more about how you can improve your vision. Just give us a call at (801) 476-0494