Eye Health

What causes blurred vision? Here are some common causes:  Eye strain  Concentrating your eyes on the same spot for too long, especially something electronically lit like a mobile phone or computer, can lead to your eyes becoming over-tired – causing blurred vision and headaches. Eye infection  An eye infection such as conjunctivitis can cause blurred vision. This is caused by inflammation within the eye. Bacterial eye infections can also cause...

Whether you’ve spent the night tossing and turning or enjoyed a little too much wine over dinner, puffy eyes are often a result of our lifestyle habits. They can be uncomfortable and annoying, but usually don’t indicate anything serious. It’s still important to keep an...

Anyone with small children knows exactly what bags under the eyes look like! They are the scourge of many of us, and once they appear, they can seem impossible to get rid of, no matter how long that lie-in is. Depending on your age and...

In Italy and China, black rice has historically been prized for its association with health and vitality. Italians call black rice riso Venere (Rice of Venus), as it was believed to have aphrodisiac properties1. In China, black rice was called ‘Forbidden rice’ or ‘The Emperor’s...

We all know how important it is to include plenty of fruit and vegetables in our diets. But it can be hard to get the recommended daily amount, especially if you’re always on the go. Dried fruit might be the answer. While dried varieties of...

Most people have experienced the feeling of a twitching eye, which is very common and can happen to anyone. If you’re concerned about what might be causing an eye twitch, read on for everything you need to know. What does an eyelid twitch feel like?...

Ever been in a situation where your eyes have been teary for no apparent reason? While having a little bit of water in our eyes is completely normal and essential for keeping them clean and moisturised, it’s not unusual for our tear ducts to sometimes...

Ever taken a red eye? The red eye flight is an overnight flight that lands at its destination in the early morning, and is nicknamed as such due to the fact that passengers tend to have red eyes once they arrive. But taking a night...

Tired of having red, puffy eyes? Achieving sparkling eyes which radiate excitement and energy is actually relatively easy if you have the right know-how. Why is having bright eyes important? Having eyes with sparkling whites is a great indicator of health and general vitality. Ideally,...

Wondering what may help with those pesky eye strains you keep experiencing? Eye strains (known medically as asthenopia) are unfortunately becoming more and more common in the digital age. They’re generally caused by staring at screens without blinking enough or focusing on one task for...

If your eyes often feel heavy and you’re finding it tricky to focus, you likely have an eye strain. Also known as asthenopia, it’s a fairly common issue in the modern, digital age when most people tend to spend a large proportion of their days...

It’s not just about eating carrots – there’s plenty you can do to keep your eyes in tip-top condition We’ve all been told not to stare at the sun to help protect our eyes, but even when there’s no sunshine, you can make sure you...