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Glass bottle of castor oil with cork lid on a wooden surface, vintage label design

Should I buy Castor oil for dry eye?


Castor oil has long been a home remedy solution for ocular dryness but using it as promoted on some social media sites can be dangerous. Explore Why? How? and Risks of using castor oil on the eye.

Tags: DryEye
Omega-3 supplement capsules with a large question mark, eye health concept

Tip: Confusing Fish Oil / Omega-3 Doses. Ignore Softgel size!


How much Omega 3 should I take for dry eye?  Simple question but the answer is a bit complex.  Omega 3 supplements vary widely in their potency.

Tags: DryEye Omega 3
Grilled salmon fillet with sautéed vegetables and lime on black plate

Beyond Eye Benefits of Omega 3


Omega 3 supplementation has many positive influences beyond your eyes.  If you are looking for motivation to start or continue Omega 3's, read on...

Tags: AMD DryEye Omega 3
Close-up of a human eye with digital laser scan graphics, eye health technology concept

Improve the outcome of cataract surgery with pre-surgery drops


Why is this important to begin non-preserved rewetting drops before BOTH eye measurement and surgery to get the best outcome for cataract surgery?  

Tags: DryEye
Older woman applying eye drops to man at office desk, dry eye relief concept

If you use a computer all day, you should not be using your grandmother's lubrication!


If you use a computer all day, highly-branded, heavily-marketed,  lubrication-centric eye drop formulations are typically the wrong choice.

Tags: DigitalEyeFatigue DryEye
Calmo eye spray for dry eyes with product box and applicator on white background

Does a lubrication eye spray actually work for dry eye?


Can a spray, applied to the eyelids, provide relief for dry eyes?

Tags: DryEye
Soothe Allergy plus Dry Eye drops box and bottle for itchy, watery eye relief

Help Allergic Itchy Eyes Naturally with Ectoin


Ectoin is a natural molecule that is particularly useful for its ability to provide both immediate relief and also protection against pollen, dust, and pet dander

Tags: Allergy DryEye
De 3 Omega Benefits dietary supplement bottle with vitamin D3 for eye health

Is more better? Is Omega 3-6-9 better than just Omega 3?

 

Omega 3-6-9 are all important fatty acids for whole body health.  However, when specifically talking dry eye treatment and ocular inflammation, are the all needed? 

Tags: DryEye Omega 3
BIHOCL OD hypochlorous spray bottle for blepharitis and dry eye relief

Why is Hypochlorous Spray just so good for lid care?

 

When used clinically, benefits to our patients are immediate and significant...

Tags: Blepharitis DigitalEyeFatigue DryEye
Hyabak eye drops bottle and box for dry eye relief, daily eye care, preservative-free

Best Artificial Tear / Synthetic Tear for Dry Eye - Hyabak?

 

What Artificial Tear / Synthetic Tear for dry eye provides the the greatest chance of symptom relief?

Tags: DryEye
Nature's Way NutraVege plant-based Omega-3 supplement bottle for eye health

Vegan Vegetarian Dry Eye Supplements: Flax vs. Algae Omega-3 

 

From clinical experience, folks never seemed to have much success for dry eye treatment with flax seed based Omega 3 supplements.  Why?

Tags: DryEye Omega 3
Bausch & Lomb Lotemax eye drops bottle and box for eye care, 15 mL ophthalmic suspension

Chronic vs. Acute Dry Eye

 

Dry eye is a frustrating dry eye condition... always getting better then worse?!  Up and down like a yo-yo!

Tags: DryEye