Carrie Roitstein, OD, cPNP, INHC

Understanding AMD pathophysiology through nutrition has helped shape the disease’s detection and management.

Sleep plays a pivotal role in maintaining ocular health.

Prolonged exposure to toxins has detrimental effects on eye health and the body as a whole.

Creating a healthier population will require extended efforts by optometrists.

How a diet rich in vitamins and minerals positively impacts the cornea.

Living a long life and preserving eye health can go hand in hand.

Preventive options should be as important as treating symptoms

AREDS2 supplementation and close monitoring of gut microbiota may help patients at risk for vision loss.

Chronic stress can create an imbalance in mental health and the gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and consequential effects on eye health.

Approaching dry eye disease holistically will empower patients to take charge with personalized home health solutions.

A holistic approach provides better eye care for patients.

Protecting children’s eye health will demand a focus on vision and learning through better nutrition, myopia management, and disease prevention.