Better eye health for all

Six simple steps to help keep your eyes and vision

healthy

Step 1. Eat right for good sight

Nutrients found in many fruit and vegetables and fatty acids derived from fish, nuts and oils can help protect your sight

Step 2. Quit smoking

Smokers are up to four times more likely to develop macular degeneration – the UK’sleading cause of sight loss – than non-smokers

Step 3. Watch your weight

Damage to blood vessels in the eye caused by excess body weight has been linked to the onset of glaucoma

Step 4. Cover up

Cumulative exposure to the sun’s UV light increases your risk of developing cataracts and maculardegeneration

Step 5. Be screen smart

Avoid eye strain by using the 20-20-20 rule, especially if you’re using a computer for long periods of time. Look 20 feet in front of you every 20 minutes for 20 seconds

Step 6. Get tested

Get your eyes checked every two years even if you think your vision is perfect

Early detection is vital to prevent avoidable sight loss

Want to know more?

For more advice and information about looking after your eyes ask your optometrist or visit…

www.visionmatters.org.uk