5 Myths About Vision Care That You Should Stop Believing

When it comes to taking care of your vision, there are some myths swirling around about what you should and shouldn’t do. To best protect your eyes and overall health, it’s important to separate fact from fiction.

It’s always a good idea to schedule routine eye exams each year. With DeltaVision® AAA Northeast members in Rhode Island have exclusive access to discounted vision insurance plans. Members can get affordable, comprehensive coverage that helps you save on exams, eyeglasses, contacts and much more.

Myth: Glasses or contacts ruin or weaken your eyesight.

There is no evidence supporting this claim. It’s important to keep up with regular eye exams so your eye doctor can update your prescription as needed and address any vision changes. And with coverage from DeltaVision®, AAA members in Rhode Island don’t have to worry about the cost.

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Myth: Eye exams are only for those with vision problems.

Routine eye exams are important for more than just addressing vision problems and eye disease, they can also provide a glimpse into your overall health. By taking a close look at your eyes, a doctor can see possible problems in your blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue. They may also spot signs of diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, rheumatoid arthritis, stroke and thyroid disease.

Myth: Reading in low or dim light damages your eyes.

Reading in inadequate light conditions can lead to temporary eye strain, tiredness, minor headache or fatigue, but not permanent damage to your eyesight.

Myth: Carrots significantly improve eyesight or help you see at night.

Eating carrots promotes eye health because they contain Vitamin C and beta-carotene, key nutrients for healthy eyes. But no matter how many carrots you eat or how often you eat them, they cannot correct your vision. 

Myth: All blue light is harmful to your eyes.

Blue light – visible light from the sun, computer screens, smartphones, fluorescent light, LED TVs and tablets – is not inherently harmful to your eyes. Moderate exposure is OK, but excessive exposure can cause issues. If you spend a lot of time looking at devices that emit blue light (which many of us do), you may want to consider blue light-filtering lenses to reduce exposure.

Now that you know the facts, you can take better care of your eyes.

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