If you work in an environment that’s hazardous to the eyes, eye protection is usually required, and your compliance to this requirement keeps your eyes safe. On the other hand, the eye safety requirement of your job is probably the last thing on your mind when relaxing and enjoying your free time. However, eye injuries […]
When you don’t have perfect vision, it’s not considered a life threatening or even life altering condition. It just means you need a pair of prescription glasses. It is remarkable how this deceptively simple looking product works so well at restoring one of the most important of your five senses. If only other problems could be […]
There are many causes of red eyes. For example, people often rub their itchy eyes until they’re red because of spring hay fever. Red eye may also indicate an infection, which is commonly caused by rubbing the eyes. Clearly, using your hands to “scratch” an itchy eye makes the problem worse and may introduce an […]
Although rimless and full rim Nike prescription glasses perform the same function, they are quite different in their construction and stylistic impact. Among the qualities they share are that both will make a positive style statement about the wearer. They will also convey an impression of success, intelligence, and trustworthiness about the person wearing them. However, the way […]
For some sports, you can get by without progressive lenses because they only require vision correction for distance. If you’re a runner, a single vision lens for distance works fine if you don’t need to read a map and if you’re running on pavement. However, map usage will require near vision and running on trails […]
The poet T. S. Eliot once said that the journey, not the destination matters. This sums up why some travelers prefer long road trips. For many of them, the destination is just an excuse to see the country up close and personal. The United States spans four time zones and has a great diversity of […]
There was a time when not many athletes would wear eyewear that was designed to protect their eyes from sustaining any injuries. Things have really changed today because you will find athletes in all sports wearing protective eyewear. It does not matter if the athletes are young or older, little league stars or major league […]
It was not too long ago when purchasing a pair of fashionable glasses was one of the toughest things to do, especially if you were on a strict budget. You may have only had the options to choose from a few basic pair of prescription glasses that you did not really want. If you wanted […]
Climbing encompasses a broad range of outdoor activities involving elevation gain by using two, three, or four of your limbs. Climbing is broken into five classes (categories). These are: Class 1. Walking on a trail. Class 2 and 3. Hiking/climbing up a steep incline/hill where the hands are occasionally used. A rope isn’t needed. Class […]
People age differently. Some look younger than their years while others look older. A major reason for this is ultraviolet (UV) light exposure. Parts of the body that get little sunlight exposure are always less aged and damaged than the face. People disinclined to go outdoors, or who always use sun block, have more youthful […]
The old belief that too much of a good thing can be harmful is often vindicated by science. Sunshine is a good example of this. Exposure to UV radiation in sunlight promotes vitamin D production in the skin. This is healthy. On the other hand, too much UV exposure causes sunburn, skin cancer, and cumulative […]
Active children are healthy children. However, activity also exposes them to injury. While the prognosis for most childhood injuries is complete recovery, this can not be said about eye injuries. Sharp objects, tools, and even toys can injure the eyes. Other risks include falls against furniture and schoolyard play. Prescription glasses made from any plastic […]
Contact lenses often get the nod for outdoor activities because they’re not as vulnerable to damage in rough-and-tumble activities such as football. But for many outdoor pursuits, Nike prescription glasses are the better choice for a variety of reasons. Nike offers strong and flexible frame materials such as nylon, which can bear a lot of […]
The main function of glasses is correcting vision. Without good vision, it’s impossible to perform most jobs productively. However, thanks to the eyewear technology available today, there are additional ways that eyewear can enhance your productivity. In addition, you should be concerned about protecting your eyes from occupational hazards. We’re not talking about safety glasses, […]
There are many glare reduction options for eyewear today. These include tints of different colors and shade darknesses. Darker shades cut down more sunlight than lighter shades, while different colors enhance contrast perception in different ways. There are also transition tints that change their darkness levels in response to sunlight brightness. With Transition tints, one […]
With spring around the corner, you’re maybe looking for a new pair of sunglasses that can hold up longer than your previous pair. You also want something stylish without having to pay a fortune. Or, you may need ones with prescription lenses so you don’t have to switch between your regular glasses and sunglasses throughout […]
You don’t have to climb Mount Everest or be in an arctic survival situation to become snow blind. You need only overexpose your eyes to intense UV light. Snow blindness can also happen indoors if you unwisely stare too long at welding work, or use a tanning bed without eye protection. The medical term for […]
In all elements and segments, sunglasses and eyewear have become a safety, protection, and fashion statement in many people’s wardrobes. In fact, workers in industrial, medical, and athletic segments depend upon high-quality sunglasses. Additionally, even casual glasses wearers look for dependable glasses and sunglasses from trusted brands. There are a few brands across the optical […]
Youth baseball players need to be able to see when they are out on the field. Wearing traditional eyeglasses are not always possible because they are too delicate. Regardless of whether plastic or metal frames are used, they can break easily. Additionally, should a baseball fly out of a player’s hand, it is important that […]
Your prescription glasses are important. You wear these glasses on a daily basis, and these glasses say a lot about you. Your prescription glasses also allow your vision to be corrected, while helping you look your best. However, you have been wearing the same pair of glasses for a few years now. You cannot remember […]
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