OptiBlog

Spring is a beautiful season, but for many of us, it can be a time of misery due to seasonal allergies. Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and other symptoms can make it hard to enjoy the outdoors. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce your exposure to allergens...

Macular degeneration is a common eye disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision, is damaged, leading to vision loss and, in some cases, blindness. While the exact causes of macular degeneration are not fully understood, there...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) more than 25 million Americans have asthmas.  This is 7.7% of adults and 8.4% of children.  Asthma has been increasing steadily since the early 1980s in all age, sex and racial groups.  Right now there is no cure for asthma,...

As we get older, our eyes undergo several changes that can affect our vision. Some of the most common age-related changes include Presbyopia: Presbyopia is a condition that affects the ability to focus on close objects, and it becomes more common as we age. This is because the lens in...

Mitochondria are the powerhouses of our cells, responsible for producing the energy necessary for our bodies to function. However, as we age, the function of our mitochondria can decline, leading to a range of health problems. Mitochondrial dysfunction can result from a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, environmental toxins,...