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Do I really need an Omega 3 Supplement? I eat fish!

 

Do I really need an Omega3 Supplement? I eat fish!

Tags: Omega 3
Ultimate Omega-3 supplement bottle with EPA and DHA, supports eye and overall health

Are Fish Oil and Omega 3 supplements the same thing?


There are three main points of differentiation:  Source, Refinement, Regulatory Oversight

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Close-up of human eye under blue light showing dry eye diagnostic staining

I sometimes feel like there's something in my eye... but there's nothing in my eye

 

Such a common clinic complaint... the fix is sometimes easy... Find out more 

Tags: DryEye
Comparison of old and new Hyabak eye drop packaging, highlighting features for dry eye care

Hyabak Reformulated: What You Need to Know about TheaHyabak


If you rely on Hyabak for eye hydration, you may have heard about changes in its formula. Discover what & why... 

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Case series - Teary Golfer


Case Series #1: I have to figure out why my eyes tear so much.   It it like I am crying every time I go outside.  A little bit of wind or sun on the golf course and tears just stream down my face...

Tags: Blepharitis Case
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Improve Your Cataract Surgery Outcome

 

How can eye drops help you have both a safer and more accurate cataract surgery outcome?

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How much Omega-3 is in a serving of fish or eggs?


This blog entry reviews how much Omega-3 is available in two of the most common dietary sources - Fish and Omega-3 enriched Eggs

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Menopause and Dry Eye: Causes, Treatments, and Impact on Vision


Perimenopause and menopause dramatically changes body physiology.  These life changes can affect eyes.  Eyes can feel dry, gritty or vision can fluctuate on blinking.  

Tags: DryEye
I-Lid 'N Lash daily cleansing gel jar for eyelids and lashes, eye hygiene product

Blepha what? Blepharitis Treatment and Lid Care

 

Understanding the underlying cause of lid inflammation is key to improving the chronic irritation, itchiness and dryness that brings people into our clinic everyday.

Tags: Blepharitis
Bruder moist heat eye compress mask for dry eyes, reusable and microwave activated.

A Home Remedy that works! Warm compresses for dry eye with a Bruder Mask


In Clinic, there is almost always a inevitable eye roll when the importance of warm compresses is discussed.   Why are they so important for dry eye and chalazions?

Tags: Blepharitis DryEye Omega 3
Salmon swimming underwater, rich source of Omega-3 for eye health and nutrition

Are there synthetic or non-fish derived sources of EPA/DHA Omega3?

 

Although there are non-fish sources of EPA/DHA, the three options are expensive and uncommon.

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Omega 3 Dosage for Children

 

Why children may need Omega 3 supplements, Can Adult Product be safely used for children?, What Dosage and precautions should be taken?   

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