Kimberly Peterson, OD

Can carotenoids help decrease risks for eye disease?

So far, we found more than 600 types of natural carotenoids, only very few of them such as β-carotene can be converted into vitamin A which serves the important function in human health. Some researches show that carotenoids can reduce the risk of serious disorders such as degenerative eye disease, cancer and some other disease. So try to eat more orange-red colors foods like oranges, tomatoes, and carrots. They are helpful for not only our eyes but also our body.

Why is one of my eyes more open than the other?

Hello, actually according to some research, everyone has one eye that is bigger than the other. The only difference is that sometimes it is more noticeable when the eyes are tired or strained. But in some situations, some eye problems can also cause your situation if you feel some other discomfort about your eyes, so to make sure, you can go to see the doctor and have a thorough checking.

How does double vision look like?

Well, when I was an eighteen year old teenager, I was absorbed in video games and cyber games and could not pull myself out of them, and my vision was pretty bad. Sometimes I will experience red eyes, bloodshot eyes and even double vision when I was too tired after playing games. It was just like seeing two identical worlds and you are gonna be dizzy! Generally speaking, as long as you see things vague and cannot focus on them, then, probably you have double vision and you need medical care.

What causes eye rolling in children?

Your children may roll the eyes involuntarily because of the coming bacterium which is invisible. You could also find that his eyes may get infection. You need to help him with some home remedies, like the warm compress which will be so workable. You could also give eyes drops with anti-inflammation into your children's eyes which will make their eyes get clear and moisture.

Is walgreens a good place to buy contact lenses ?

Yes, you can buy contact lenses at walgreens. It seems not expensive to buy contact lenses there. And one of my friend has bought a box there. He said it is OK. And they offer various contact lenses such as Acuvue Lenses, Air Optix Lenses, CooperVision Lenses and CIBA Vision Lenses etc. You can choose it according to your needs.

Does olive oil help black eyes?

Olive oil can be used both internally and externally, full of vitamin B and carotene which can promote blood circulation, improve skin status, etc. Black eyes can't recover soon when people's blood circulation is poor. So, it can affect on black eyes for sure. Massage black eyes twice a day with olive oil. Then you can recover soon. Add vitamin E liquid in the olive oil if possible. By the way, put some of them in your meal can also be helpful.

Is aroma oil good for dark circles?

Yes, it is true. It seems that aroma oil could help reduce the dark under eyes. You can apply it when you massage the skin around eyes. Put some aroma oil on your palm, rubbing quickly and repeatedly. When you feel your palm is warm, put your palm on your eyes, staying there for a few seconds. Repeat this for a few times and then massage the skin with your finger softly. This might help reduce dark circles, yet it is hard to say how long the dark circles will disappear. For me, the fastest way is to take a good sleep. Usually dark circles and puffy eyes are caused by poor sleeping. Just having a good sleep could make you refreshed and young. Yet if the dark circle stays for a long time when you actually sleep well, then it might indicate some condition. You need to take a physical check to find the underlying root.

How can I Save Money on Buying Contact Lenses?

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Does colored contact lenses show good on people with very dark eyes?

Yes, choose suitable colored contact lenses can give good looks to people with dark eyes. I have one Asian friend, she has black eyes and wearing colored contact lenses. And she looks amazing in blue colored contact lenses. So, you can have a try. Of course, choosing the color for contact lenses should consider to your hair color, skin color, as well as your clothes.

Are polarized lenses good for snowboarding?

A pair of goggles with polarized lenses is essential for snowboarding, you should purchase one. The polarized lenses have the ability to reduce intense light and block the glare reflected from water, ice and snow etc. In sunny days, thus they can effectively protect your eyes and make you see clearly. However, when you snowboard in cloudy days, wearing goggles with polarized lenses will be not a good choice, for it will reduce visibility. So when you are snowboarding in that condition, you should wear goggles with light tint lenses. I recommend Oakley goggles to you, here is the website: https://www.oakley.com/store/products/men/goggles/polarized. I hope you can find your ideal goggles.