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They say eyes are the windows to our soul yet many people don’t take care of one of our most important attributes, our sight! The average American waits until they have an issue with their sight before getting an eye checkup. Don’t wait and follow this checklist for the health of your eyes.
2015 Checklist for an Eye-Healthy Year
1. Eat healthy. The holidays can be especially tempting for poor diet choices. Make sure you eat plenty of leafy greens, colorful fruits and omega-3 fatty acids for better eye health.
2. Quit smoking. No butts about it: Smoking is harmful to almost every organ in your body, including your eyes. Those who smoke are up to four times more likely to go blind in old age. If you are a smoker, make a New Year’s resolution to kick the habit.
3. Wear Eye Sun Protection. It’s important to wear sunglasses all year long, but summertime is great for purchasing new shades for your whole family. Even little eyes need protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Remember that UV rays can damage eyes even on cloudy days. Wearing sunglasses whenever you are outside can reduce your risk for cataracts and macular degeneration
Time for new glasses? Eyewear Bazaar located within The Big Apple Flea Market offers the most popular modern styles and deeply discounted designer name brand sunglasses such as RayBan, Bolle’, Serengeti and many other well-known designers at deeply discounted prices along with readers, eyeglass accessories that can take years off your appearance.
4. Sports eyewear. Almost 90 percent of sports-related eye injuries are preventable with protective eyewear. The Eyewear Bazaar offers sports glasses which offer eye protection, color enhancement, light control and more for adults and children.
Make sure your children wear sunglasses that block 100 percent of UV rays when outdoors.
5. Polarized lenses. Don’t let glare from the sun ruin outdoor activities like boating, golfing and even jogging. Polarized lenses for sunglasses can help control glare and provide a clearer view with a special filter that blocks intense reflected light
6. Eye exams. Before school starts, make sure your kids have comprehensive eye exams to help detect any vision problems that could affect their learning. In-school vision screenings are not a substitute for eye exams.
The Eyewear Bazaar works closely with many Optometrist and Ophthalmologists in the area and will be happy to refer you and then will be able to fill you prescription for glasses at a 50-70% off retail prices. They specialize in Varilux Progress, Crizal Antireflect and Transition lenses.
7. Rest your eyes. If you’re spending more time indoors on a computer, or sit in front of a computer at work, remember to rest your eyes. Take a break every 20 minutes and look at objects at least 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds to relieve computer vision syndrome. This is the “20-20-20” rule.
8. Shopping. Planning to take advantage of the deals on Black Friday or Cyber Monday? Why not come and see Lou Gross, Owner of Eyewear Bazaar in The Big Apple Flea Market.
Remember to include new eyewear on your shopping list. Let your child pick a frame, and have an optician make sure it fits properly. It’s a good idea to purchase a back-up pair, too, in case of accidents. While you’re shopping for new eyewear, consider buying a low vision aid for any friends or family who have impaired vision. Gift ideas like portable magnifiers or distance vision aids can change someone’s life all available at The Eyewear Bazaar within The Big Apple Flea Market!
9. Stay active. Don’t let the weather keep you from exercising regularly. Staying active is good for your entire body and can help protect against diabetes, macular degeneration and more.
10. Drink lots of water. The fall season brings with it lots of yummy coffee and hot cocoa flavors, but don’t forget to continue to drink lots of water.
For a limited time, The Eyewear Bazaar is offering $25.00 off all in the lowest priced in stock items for even more savings! Don’t miss out on this optical opportunity to take care of your most precious gift, the gift of sight!
The Eyewear Bazaar
and The Big Apple Flea Market
is located at
5283 West Atlantic Avenue,
Delray Beach, Florida.
Call 561-499-9935
or stop by today!
