Eyeglass World and The LASIK Vision Institute Team to Promote Healthy, Happy Eyes With Top Ten Tips for Eye Care

LAKE WORTH, FL, Mar 31 (MARKET WIRE) --
With the snow melting and the first signs of spring emerging comes the
inevitability of watery, itchy, red eyes for those who suffer from increased
levels of pollen and other irritants in the air. To help reduce the impact
of the change of seasons on your eyes, Eyeglass World has teamed up with The
LASIK Vision Institute to offer tips on getting your eyes through this time of
year:

-- Vitamin A is essential for eye health, so try to work extra amounts
into your diet. Some great sources for Vitamin A are carrots, cod liver
oil, mangoes, cantaloupes, sweet potatoes, kale, sweet red peppers, beef
liver and butternut squash.

-- Take it easy and be sure to get plenty of sleep -- 8-10 hours per day
if possible. Sleep gives your eyes an opportunity to re-hydrate and help
them work more efficiently.

-- Exercise regularly to improve blood circulation. Increased flow of
oxygen-rich blood to the eyes decreases susceptibility to dryness and
irritation.

-- Stay well hydrated by drinking at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water
every day, not only to cut down on dryness but also to reduce signs of
puffiness around the eyes.

-- Avoid rubbing your eyes, and try to concentrate on blinking regularly
to refresh and hydrate the eyes. This is especially important if you sit
for long periods of time looking at a computer screen or watching TV. If
your computer screen is too bright, get an anti-glare radiation filter to
better protect your eyes.

-- If you're looking for a natural, mild cleanser and refreshment for
your eyes, dip a cotton ball in milk and swipe it across your eyelids. The
calming, soothing qualities we associate with drinking milk apply to the
delicate skin that surrounds the eyes as well.

-- Invest in a good pair of sunglasses. To best protect your eyes, look
for sunglasses that provide at least 98 percent protection from both UVA
and UVB rays. Some of the higher-priced products with polycarbonate, glass
or plastic (CR-39) lenses claim to block 100 percent of UV rays.

-- Try to avoid driving with your car windows down or any other situation
where you're subjecting your eyes to strong winds, causing them to dry out
and also to come in contact with higher levels of potential allergens.

-- Spring is here, so schedule your spring-cleaning. Reducing the amount
of dust, dust mites, animal dander and other allergens in your home will
give you an allergy-free haven on particularly pollen-heavy days outside.

-- Schedule your annual eye exam in the springtime to have the
opportunity to discuss issues you may be having with your eye care
professional who will be able to offer you the latest prescription and over-
the-counter remedies to help you and your eyes feel better during allergy
season.

The LASIK Vision Institute provides laser vision correction services through
the company's 31 upscale laser correction centers located in 23 states
across the country. The LASIK Vision Institute uses CustomVue by VISX
Technology, the latest state-of-the-art FDA-approved laser technology, in each
of its
centers. Procedures are performed by experienced independent eye surgeons who
have
collectively completed more than 650,000 eye surgeries. Pre and postoperative
visits, along with patient counseling, are available at all locations. Unlike
other eye surgery providers, The LASIK Vision Institute owns its laser equipment
and can offer consumers pricing significantly below other providers while
maintaining a high standard of service from the best quality physicians. More
information is available at www.lasikvisioninstitute.com.

Eyeglass World is a leading retailer of eyewear, offering consumers the best
quality, most current and fashionable brand names, finest service and a large
selection in a professional superstore environment. Eyeglass World has 66
stores in 23 states across the country that offer a wide selection of more than
2,000 name brand frames from top designers such as Nike, Gucci, Donna Karan and
Calvin Klein. In many locations, Eyeglass World's on-site labs can manufacture
any prescription in as fast as one hour. Eyeglass World also offers top brands
of contact lenses, such as ACUVUE and CIBA Vision, as well as an assortment
of sunglasses. As one of the country's largest eyewear retailers, Eyeglass
World has strong buying power that enables it to offer consumers the best
quality eyewear at great prices. Eyeglass World accepts most insurance plans,
with frequent promotions making vision care even more affordable. More
information is available at www.eyeglassworld.com.

Contact:
Steve Honig
The Honig Company, Inc.
818-986-4300
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