#238: Increase Water Absorption for Better Eye Health
Water Absorption > Not Just Water Intake = Improved Eye Health
When it comes to managing dry eyes, you’ve probably heard that drinking more water is essential. And it’s true. Hydration plays a vital role in maintaining tear production and eye comfort.
But, what if I told you that simply drinking more water isn’t enough? It’s not just about how much water you drink. What matters more is how much water your body actually absorbs. The amount of water that is available to support your tear film is what we're after.
Water Intake vs. Water Absorption
Many of us aim to follow the classic advice: drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day. That’s a great start. But, do you notice your trips to the bathroom increase when you drink more water?
Only a portion of that water actually makes its ...
#221: Cool Cornea Facts
Understanding the Cornea: A Marvel of the Human Eye
Today, I want to share something fascinating about one of my favorite parts of the eye. The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye, and it's the very first place where light enters our eye, allowing us to see clearly. But beyond its role in vision, the cornea is an extraordinary part of our anatomy for a few other reasons.
The Cornea's Unique Sensitivity
The cornea is the most highly innervated tissue in the entire human body. Meaning it has more nerve endings than any other part of us. It's an incredible generator of pain, something we’re acutely aware of whenever we get anything in our eyes.
To give you a sense of just how sensitive it is, the cornea's nerve endings are 40 times more dense th...
#138: How Smoke Affects Dry Eyes
#134: Giving Thanks in 2021
This week is Thanksgiving! It is one of my favorite holidays. I love to take the time to think back and remember all the things I can be grateful for in my life. In this blog, I'll reveal the three things that I am thankful for in the dry eye world that are new this year in 2021.
#1) Innovation in Eye Care
There have been several new drugs that have gained FDA approval in the past couple of years to treat Dry Eye Disease. The newest drug to receive approval is Tyrvaya. It was just FDA approved in October. It is a nasal spray for the treatment of dry eye disease.
A nasal spray!?!?!? Wow. You won't need to be putting more drops in eyes that sting and burn. Yay. It's something completely different. This nasal spray that stimulates your body to make its own real natural tears. ...
