Podcasts by Natural Eye Care with Dr. Marc Grossman, Holistic Optometrist
Leading Holistic Optometrist Dr. Marc R. Grossman, O.D., L.Ac. hosts the Natural Eye Care Podcast: approaches to vision problems, eye health, and overall health backed by research and his 40+ years of experience with patients. Most eye diseases strike seniors. Find out how lifestyle, diet, and nutrition can help maintain healthy vision and even improve eyesight. An Holistic Eye Doctor is dedicated to helping people with such conditions ranging from myopia and dry eyes to potentially vision-threatening diseases like macular degeneration and glaucoma. Dr. Grossman's podcasts cover a multi-disciplinary approach including nutrition, eye exercises, lifestyle changes, and Chinese Medicine. Dr. Grossman founded the Rye Learning Center in 1980, a multidisciplinary center for learning problems, in 1996 co-founded Integral Health Associates in New Paltz, New York, and in 1999 co-founded Natural Eye Care, Inc. His background includes degrees in Optometry, Biology, Physical Education and Learning Disabilities, coupled with yoga, bioenergetics, nutrition, Chinese medicine and acupuncture, the Alexander technique and Feldenkrais. He is co-author of half a dozen books on vision, including "Natural Eye Care: Your Guide to Health Vision and Healing" in 2019. Dr. Grossman takes an integrated approach to vision and its influence on the body, mind, and spirit. His lectures and private consultations are in high demand.
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Lutein, Meso-Zeaxanthin, and Zeaxanthin are Carotenoids for the Eyes: Part 1 from 2022-02-17T19:00
Carotenoids are essential nutrients for the eye. They include lutein, meso-zeaxanthin, and zeaxanthin. Carotenoids are powerful antioxidants found in certain vegetables. They are not naturally g...
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A Short Biography of William Bates, Founder of the Bates Method from 2022-02-04T20:00
Dr. William Bates invented techniques for improving eyesight using natural methods, such as eye exercises. In this podcast episode, Dr. Marc Grossman discusses the life of Dr. Bates and his impa...
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The Connections Between Eye Disease and Heart Disease from 2022-01-20T21:00
There are strong correlations between the body's circulatory system and the eyes. The eyes contain tiny blood vessels, as thin as a strand of hair. Blood is crucial for nourishing the retin...
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How Can Saffron Help with Macular Degeneration? from 2022-01-07T11:00
Saffron is an Ayurvedic herb that has been used for thousands of years. Did you know that this spice contains phytochemicals that help fight Macular Degeneration? Listen to this podcast with Dr....
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Why is Vitamin C Important for the Body and Eyes? from 2021-12-15T21:00
Did you know that Vitamin C is needed for many biochemical processes in the body? Humans cannot make Vitamin C, so we must get ascorbic acid from food and supplements. In this podcast episode, D...
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Research Shows Bilberry and Ginkgo Help the Eyes Fight Disease from 2021-12-05T19:00
Antioxidants in bilberries and the Chinese herb ginkgo biloba help the eyes fight diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. Bilberries also help impro...
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The Power Of Plants and Vision: Lutein, Zeaxanthin and More from 2021-11-18T21:00
How can plants and plant pigments help improve your vision and prevent vision loss? A study found that people who had the highest intake of lutein and zeaxanthin had a 41% lower risk of Macular ...
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How Can You Stop Dark Circles Under the Eyes? from 2021-11-04T22:00
Do you have dark circles under your eyes? There may be natural techniques that could help. In this episode, Dr. Marc Grossman discusses the many reasons why people get dark rings under the eyes....
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The Power of Vision Part 2 from 2021-10-21T22:00
Do you know anyone who looks, but does not really see? What is Dr. Marc Grossman's philosophy on the Power of Vision? Listen to this short introduction to his powerful message. This episode...
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The Power of Vision Part 1 from 2021-10-07T20:00
The eyes are just tools for the mind. What is vision? The flow of light and images into our brain is dynamic. What is Dr. Marc Grossman's philosophy on the Power of Vision? Listen to this s...
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How Your Diet Affects Your Eyes, Brain and Overall Health from 2021-09-23T19:00
What difference does your diet make to your body's health? Does it matter whether you eat sugar-coated donuts or whole grain cereal for breakfast? Fresh fruit or potato chips? A fast-food h...
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Why Natural, Plant-Based Vitamin C is Superior from 2021-09-09T23:00
In this podcast, Dr. Marc Grossman talks about a plant-based vitamin C offered at Natural Eye Care. This supplement, unlike synthetic vitamin C supplements, is made from plants that naturally p...
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The Eyes and The Soul from 2021-08-26T19:00
The practice of Chinese Medicine believes that the eyes are the windows to the soul. In his 40 years of practice as an holistic optometrist and acupuncturist, Dr. Marc Grossman believes that the...
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Options In Vision Care And How To Choose An Eye Doctor from 2021-08-12T10:00
A lot goes into finding a good doctor. In this podcast episode, Dr. Marc Grossman discusses the steps you can take in finding an eye doctor who best suits your needs. This includes understanding...
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Traditional Chinese Medicine Liver Herbs and the Eyes: Cataracts, Floaters, Glaucoma and Revision Formula from 2021-07-29T19:00
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Liver Meridian is related to the eye. The flow of energy through the Liver Meridian influences cataracts, floaters, and glaucoma according to Traditional Chi...
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Aiding Dry Eye Syndrome Naturally Using: Avenova Direct Spray Solution from 2021-07-10T17:00
There are two types of common dry eye conditions: Aqueous Deficient Dry Eye, where your eyes do not produce enough tears; and Evaporative Dry Eye (also known as Meibomian Gland Dysfunction) wher...
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How To Help Prevent Macular Degeneration from 2021-07-01T08:00
Macular Degeneration is a common eye disease that causes vision loss. Dr. Marc Grossman applies his over 40 years of experience to help prevent this common eye disease. Surgery and injections ar...
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Eye Vitamins: Dr. Grossman's Advanced Eye&Vision Support Formula from 2021-06-17T21:00
Why do your eyes need extra vitamins? Dr. Marc Grossman explains why he created the eye vitamin "Advanced Eye & Vision Support Formula." The eye demands many nutrients, but poor nu...
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Empowering Book: Natural Eye Care -- Your Guide to Healthy Vision and Healing from 2021-06-10T19:00
Dr. Marc Grossman, O.D. L.Ac discusses the book he spent 8 years co-authoring: "Natural Eye Care -- Your Guide to Healthy Vision and Healing". Co-written with Michael Edson, L.Ac., the...
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You Can Help Prevent Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD) from 2021-06-03T21:00
If you suddenly see flashes of light and/or floaters, you might have Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD). This must be checked by an eye doctor immediately. PVD can lead to additional eye proble...
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Sports and Eye Safety from Leading Holistic Optometrist Marc Grossman from 2021-05-27T12:00
Sports require coordination between the eyes and the body. Therefore, keeping the eyes safe while playing sports in essential. Most sports put the eyes at risk of injury and sun exposure. What c...
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Can You Combat Floaters Naturally? from 2021-05-20T20:00
Eye doctors will tell you there is nothing they can do about those annoying black or transparent dots in your vision -- floaters. In very serious cases, the doctor might replace the vitreous flu...
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Help Protect Your Eyes from the Sun with Astaxanthin from 2021-05-13T11:00
Did you know that a nutrient is super-important for helping to protect your eyes and skin from the sun? Astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant. This pink molecule comes from certain algae, seafood...
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The Effects of Digital Media Versus Print Media on Your Eyes and Reading Experience from 2021-04-29T15:00
Reading in the digital age occurs on several media – computer screens, e-readers, and printed material – and each type has its own effects on your eyes. What are the effects and what can you do ...
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Yoga and Vision from 2021-04-23T13:00
Yoga means "union." When the mind, body and spirit are in balance, disease will not exist. Dr. Grossman talks about combining yoga, breathing, eye exercises and yoga to combat comput...
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When Light Hurts Your Eyes: Light Sensitivity or Photophobia from 2021-04-22T08:00
When light enters the eye, it causes a chemical reaction in the back of the eye. If the rods and cones in the eye do not recover efficiently from the reaction, the eyes may become painful, water...
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The Effects of Sunlight and Nutrition on Cataracts and Macular Degeneration from 2021-04-15T20:00
Is sunlight helpful or harmful for the eyes? What does research show about how sunlight and nutrition affect eye diseases? Dr. Grossman discusses two major eye diseases: cataracts and Macular De...
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Spring is Here! And So Are Allergies from 2021-04-08T12:00
It's now Spring, so all the hibernating plants during the winter have come out and are blooming. For many people, this means that allergies are back. Allergens can cause red, itchy, and wat...
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What is Blepharitis? from 2021-04-01T15:00
Blepharitis occurs when your eyelid(s) become inflamed. If they are red, itchy, and have dandruff-like scales on the eyelashes, it is likely blepharitis. It is a common occurrence resulting from...
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The Eyes and Traditional Chinese Medicine from 2021-03-25T13:00
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the eyes reveal health problems throughout the body. Dr. Grossman believes in combining Eastern and Western medicine to give patients the best of both worlds. By...
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Prevent Dementia with Better Brain Health from 2021-03-18T12:00
The connection between eye and brain health is strong. The retina is actually made of brain tissue during pregnancy! A lot of the nutrients we take for our eyes are also key in keeping our brain...
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The Amazing Benefits of Bilberry and Ginkgo from 2021-03-11T12:00
Bilberry helps with night vision. It's a relative of the blueberry. The flavanoids in bilberry are very potent antioxidants that help strengthen blood vessels and repair tissue. Dr. Grossma...
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Antioxidants for Cataracts from 2021-03-04T13:00
Many doctors make their patients wait until surgery is required for their cataracts. However, there are antioxidants and other methods of delaying cataract surgery and prolonging the health of y...
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Blue Light Damages the Eyes and Brain of Fruit Flies from 2021-02-25T12:00
Studies show that blue light can damage the eyes and brains of fruit flies-- even if they don't have eyes! Fruit flies and humans share surprisingly similar genetic coding. In this podcast,...
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Vitamin D and Your Eyes from 2021-02-18T12:00
Vitamin D is a super important antioxidant for your eyes and overall health. Vitamin D deficiencies have been linked with multiple problems like macular degeneration, dry eyes, Alzheimer's,...
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The Effect of Stress on Your Eyes and Health from 2021-02-11T12:00
Our bodies were designed to handle stressful situations and give us what we refer to as "fight or flight" mode. However, modern-day problems keep us in stressful situations for long pe...
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Are Eye Floaters Dangerous? from 2021-02-04T12:00
Floaters are the small dark shapes that we see "floating" in our eyes. Floaters come in different shapes from squiggles, strands, specks, and more. You might not even notice them unles...
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The Role of Garlic, Ginseng, and Ginkgo on Eyes and Brain Health from 2021-01-28T12:00
Garlic, Ginseng, and Ginkgo have a longstanding history of being the "Three G's" in herbal medicine. In this podcast, Dr. Grossman details what these ingredients can do for your e...
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All About Cataracts from 2021-01-21T12:00
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision loss in the United States. It appears as an opaque, cloudy spot that obstructs vision. Why wait until your cataracts require surgery? There are ...
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The Liver Meridian: Chinese Medicine and Your Eyes from 2021-01-14T12:00
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the body's organs are connected through energy pathways or channels called "Meridians." The Liver Meridian is the primary channel that "opens...
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Herbs for Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy from 2021-01-07T12:00
What are the best herbs to consume when your eyes start to go through angiogenesis, the forming of new blood vessels? When new blood vessels form in your eyes, they tend to leak and obscure your...
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The Vision Diet: What to Eat for Healthy Vision from 2020-12-31T12:00
Your parents probably told you to eat your carrots and vegetables for healthy eyes. Well, they were right! But we often can't get all our nutrients from the foods that we eat. Sometimes we ...
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Your Vision and Televisions from 2020-12-24T12:00
What's the best TV resolution? How do your eyes compare to the shutter rate of a camera? What size TV should you buy depending on how far you sit away? Dr. Grossman answers these questions ...
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What Does the Color of Your Eyes Mean? from 2020-12-17T12:00
Different eye colors have different meanings and personality traits behind them. For example, brown eyes are extremely trustworthy while green eyes are passionate. The amount of melanin your eye...
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Preventing Wet Macular Degeneration from 2020-12-10T15:00
What can you do to prevent Wet Macular Degeneration? Wet Macular Degeneration affects your center vision and your ability to read, recognize, and focus your vision. Imagine not being able to rec...
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Tips to Living A Longer Life from 2020-12-03T12:00
In this episode, Dr. Marc Grossman shares his best tips on living a long and health life. Taking a multivitamin, eating your daily servings of fruits and vegetables, getting enough exercise, and...
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Integrative Eye Care with Dr. Marc Grossman Part 3 from 2020-11-26T12:00
Western Medicine focuses solely on treating health issues as they occur, which often means waiting for them to get worse before they can get better. Patients all have different experiences with ...
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Integrative Eye Care with Dr. Marc Grossman Part 2 from 2020-11-19T12:00
Why wait until it's too late to prevent or even treat eye diseases like glaucoma or cataracts? Many doctors wait until these eye-related problems require surgery to fix. In this podcast, Dr...
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Integrative Eye Care with Dr. Marc Grossman Part 1 from 2020-11-12T12:00
As Shakespeare said, "The eyes are the windows to the soul." Eye care should involve addressing the body, mind, and spirit. Traditional Chinese medicine refers to the eyes as the "...
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How Blue Light Glasses Can Protect Your Eyes from 2020-11-05T14:00
Long periods of exposure to blue light can cause your eyes a great deal of fatigue. Blue light can cause many different eye issues like eye strain, dry eyes, headaches, and may even disrupt your...
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Homeopathic Treatments for Cataracts from 2020-10-29T12:00
Cataracts are one of the most common conditions in people over the age of 70. Cineraria Homeopathic eye drops help to clear the crystalline lens. Cineraria Maritima is the most recommended homeo...
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Homeopathic Remedies for Your Eyes from 2020-10-22T19:00
The body's leading defense mechanism is the immune system, which defends against intrusive substances or microbes. Homeopathic medicine utilizes natural ingredients to trigger this immune r...
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Nutrients to Help with Glaucoma: Fresh Maritime Pine Bark and Bilberry from 2020-10-15T22:00
Patients with glaucoma are usually only given medicated eye drops by optometrists to lower their eye pressure. However, there are certain nutrients that can help reduce and mitigate the effects ...
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Controlling Blood Vessel Growth for Diabetic Retinopathy&Wet Macular Degeneration from 2020-10-08T12:00
Angiogenesis is the unwanted growth of blood vessels in the retina that leads to vision loss. These excess blood vessels can obscure or distort vision, which damages the eye and may result in pe...
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Dry Eye is a Whole Body Condition from 2020-10-01T12:00
Over 40 million people complain about dry eyes, and it is the #1 reason why people go to the eye doctor. All age groups experience varying degrees of symptoms: dryness, grittiness, irritation, b...
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Why Seniors Need to Supplement Zeaxanthin and Lutein for the Brain and Eyes from 2020-09-24T22:00
Zeaxanthin and lutein are nutrients crucial for eye health. However, senior citizens are at highest risk for eye diseases such as macular degeneration. Part of the reason is that they absorb nut...
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Get Better Sleep by Blocking Blue Light at Night from 2020-09-17T20:00
Did you know that blue light interferes with the body's production of sleep hormones? It's true! Light from TVs, smartphones, computer screens, tablets, backlit e-readers, and digital ...
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Superantioxidant Glutathione Helps Aging Eyes from 2020-09-10T15:00
Why is the amino acid glutathione called a superantioxidant and "The Mother of All Antioxidants"? The liver naturally produces this chemical. However, as we age, we produce less. What ...
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Delay or Avoid Cataracts Surgery? Natural Approaches from 2020-09-03T16:00
Cataracts is a very common eye conditions, especially among seniors. The vision becomes cloudy. What is cataract surgery? Can it correct refraction errors? But what if you want to delay or avoid...
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A New Way of Looking at Eye Examinations from 2020-08-13T21:00
Having an eye exam is far more than just reading letters on an eye chart. Ask your optometrist or ophthalmologist for the specific tests and exams that Dr. Marc Grossman describes in this podcas...
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The Vision Diet Part 2 of 2 - Good Nutrition for Your Eyes from 2020-08-10T17:00
When your parents told you to eat your carrots, they were right! Carrots contain beta carotene, which converts to Vitamin A, a crucial nutrient for your eye health. The eye is the most nutrient-...
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The Vision Diet Part 1 of 2 - Good Nutrition for Your Eyes from 2020-07-30T23:00
When your parents told you to eat your carrots, they were right! Carrots contain beta carotene, which converts to Vitamin A, a crucial nutrient for your eye health. The eye is the most nutrient-...
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The Thyroid, Nutrition, and Traditional Chinese Medicine from 2020-07-23T20:00
How are nutrition, eye disease, and the thyroid connected? What is Traditional Chinese Medicine's point of view on the eye? The eyes are nutrient-hungry. Yet, our nutrition is partially thw...
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Natural Solutions for Pink Eye and Conjunctivitis from 2020-07-16T06:00
Pink eye, red eye, or conjunctivitis is the most common eye disease in the Western hemisphere. How is pink eye diagnosed? What can you do to prevent and soothe this common eye infection?
Eye Styes and Chalazion: How to Prevent Sties Plus Home Remedies from 2020-07-10T19:00
Eye styes are infections or inflammations along the edge of the eyelid. Chalazions are similar: a cyst-like bump on the eyelid from a blocked oil gland. Both can respond to the same set of preve...
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Reduce Eye Bags and Dark Circles Under the Eyes from 2020-07-02T20:00
Why do we get dark circles under the eyes? What can we do to reduce eye bags? Holistic Optometrist Dr. Marc Grossman gives several reasons for these unsightly dark circles. Sleep habits, stress,...
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Protect Your Eyes from Sun Damage: 10 Tips From A Holistic Optometrist from 2020-06-25T09:00
Radiation from the sun causes cataracts and macular degeneration. What kind of sunglasses should you use? Is there a difference? Sunglasses aren't the only way to protect your eyes. Certain...
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Glaucoma: Preserving Vision with Natural Approaches from 2020-06-18T09:00
Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, causing tunnel vision. This "silent thief" slowly steals vision and may go unnoticed without regular eye exams. Conventional glaucoma treatments are l...
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Natural Approaches to Help Prevent Macular Degeneration from 2020-06-11T09:00
Macular Degeneration can severely damage vision. Are there any lifestyle changes you could make to help prevent it? What does the research show? Learn about natural approaches such as diet and t...
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Help Protect Your Children's Eyes and Vision from 2020-06-05T17:00
How can you help protect your child's eyes? Children are staring at screens more than ever. What negative side-effects can excessive screen time have? How can you guide your child in reduci...
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Sunlight is Good For Your Eyes: 10 Natural Eye Care Tips from 2020-05-30T17:00
Did you know that sunlight can be good for your eyes? How much sunlight is safe? Dr. Marc Grossman covers 10 natural ways to show your eyes some love. Which posture habits help your eyes? The Me...
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Top 10 Eye Nutrients: Foods and Nutrients that Fight Eye Disease from 2020-05-06T15:00
Did you know that certain nutrients can help improve eye health? Dr. Grossman shares his top 10 nutrients, including foods rich in each nutrient. Scientific research backs up this top-ten list: ...
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My Personal Story - Why Dr. Grossman Focused on Natural Vision Care from 2020-04-28T11:00
Dr. Marc Grossman is a respected holistic optometrist and licensed acupuncturist. When he was prescribed eyeglasses as a child, he got the standard treatment: increasingly stronger lenses. Can o...
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My Personal Story - Why Dr. Grossman Focused on Natural Vision Care from 2020-04-28T11:00
Dr. Marc Grossman is a respected holistic optometrist and licensed acupuncturist. When he was prescribed eyeglasses as a child, he got the standard treatment: increasingly stronger lenses. Can o...
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My Personal Story - Why Dr. Grossman Focused on Natural Vision Care from 2020-04-28T11:00
Dr. Marc Grossman is a respected holistic optometrist and licensed acupuncturist. When he was prescribed eyeglasses as a child, he got the standard treatment: increasingly stronger lenses. Can o...
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