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Do You Protect Your Eyes When You Exercise?

I once doled out $120 for a pair of sunglasses designed specifically for runners. I wore them once during a marathon and haven’t used them since. I bought them after reading several articles about the importance of eyewear for long distance runners. I worried about my cornea’s being burned while running in sunny conditions and the increase risk of cancer associated with lack of proper eyewear, so I bought the sunglasses… and now I barely use them partially because I can never find them when I need them and partially because I don’t enjoy having to constantly fiddle with them … Continue reading →

Wear Your Glasses!

I was eight years old when I got my first pair of glasses — and I’ve been wearing them every day since then. At first, I hated them. They itched my nose. They felt weird on my ears. I took them off every chance I got — for example I wouldn’t wear them out onto the playground for recess. But one day I was playing outside and noticed how clear everything looked. I had forgotten to take my glasses off! That’s when I realized how helpful they are. If your child is fighting against the idea of glasses, here are … Continue reading →

Shopping For “Healthy” Sunglasses

A while back I wrote about my struggle to find the perfect sunglasses. Back then any pair of shades that didn’t make me look like a bug would make it to the check out counter. Then I went to the ophthalmologist and got a major wake up call. If you base your choice in outdoor eyewear on comfort or fashion you may be putting your eyes at risk. Many of us look at sunglasses as an accessory or simply a way to avoid squinting on a sunny day. Rarely do we consider how they protect our eyes and the skin … Continue reading →

Frugal Eye Care

It is important to take care of your eyes and get regular eye exams, but that doesn’t mean that eye care has to cost a lot. Here are some frugal strategies for saving money when you take care of your eyes. Know your insurance It is important to know the details of your vision insurance. What will your insurance cover and are there any deadlines you need to know about? Can you get an exam every six month, once a year, once every two years? Will the insurance pay for both contacts and glasses, or will you need to choose? … Continue reading →

Gleaming Glassware: A New Twilight

Glasses take a beating in our homes even if they live long enough to commiserate with their brethren in misery, the pots and pans. Stains can take their toll on even the finest glassware and the campaign to wage war against them must be subtle and swift. Read on for some battle details. Reinforcements will not be arriving anytime soon. Removing Stubborn Stains Soaking your glasses in a solution of one part salt and eight parts vinegar will often eliminate stubborn stains and discolorations. If that doesn’t work, try soaking in some ammonia for an hour or so. (Not you … Continue reading →