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Elevated triglyceride levels and taking Omega 3 supplements - mEYEspa

Elevated triglyceride levels and taking Omega 3 supplements


There is substantial evidence supporting the use of omega-3 supplements for lowering elevated triglyceride levels.

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IVizia vs Thealoz Duo Mashup

iVIZIA vs. Thealoz DUO eye drops - are they the same thing?

 

Although nearly identical, iVIZIA (USA) and Thealoz Duo (Global) have cross border restrictions...

 

Tags: DryEye
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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!

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Nordic Naturals Omega 3

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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dry eye stain

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
old vs new hyabak

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
Improve Your Cataract Surgery Outcome

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

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.  

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Blepha what? Blepharitis Treatment and Lid Care - mEYEspa

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.

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Bruder Mask

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