You signed up for this series, so it’s probably a safe bet that right now — due to nearsightedness, “aging vision,” or astigmatism — you probably need glasses or are on the verge of needing them.

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Maybe you have someone close to you, a friend or family member, that needs glasses or contacts in order to see clearly.

But are glasses and contacts really a good idea?

(The following information might surprise you.)

Despite the fact that many people, after their eye exams, go out and buy glasses or contacts, there are things the general population hasn’t been told.

You see, no matter what your current condition, the continued
use of corrective lenses can actually contribute to the deterioration
of your vision. This is because corrective lenses are a crutch
that your eyes are trained to rely upon.

As a result, it is difficult to strengthen your eyes if you are
constantly supporting them by external means (i.e., glasses or contacts).
Actually, research shows that glasses and contacts can rapidly *worsen* your vision.

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These facts are supported by the studies of two respected eye doctors.
Here’s what they have to say about the use of corrective lenses.

* Dr. M. H. Birnbaum states in the Review of Optometry,
“Single-vision minus lenses for full-time use produce accommodative
insufficiency associated with additional symptoms until the patient gets
used to the lens. This is usually accompanied by a further increase
in myopia and the cycle begins anew.”

* Dr. Samuel Druker writes in the Optical Journal Review,
“From a clinical point of view, the conclusion would seem
inescapable that minus lenses are an important factor
among the causes of progressive myopia.”

In other words, glasses and contacts can actually make your
vision worse over time. Is that something you want to risk with your eyesight?

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Have you ever gone in for an eye exam and heard the doctor say,
“Great news! Your vision’s improved another 2.0 diopters –
those glasses are really helping!”

I didn’t think so!

Glasses are a “prescription,” and, like a prescription drug, they can be abused.

So what can you do?

Pay close attention…

*Step One

You need to learn how to use your glasses so that they don’t
contribute to further vision loss. And here’s how…

Let’s say, for example, that you’re nearsighted
(unable to see distant objects clearly) and you are reading this
e-mail with your glasses on. Do you really need them, or did
you just forget about them being on your face?

By wearing your glasses you could be doubling the effects of “near-point stress.”

The American Optometric Association hails near-point stress
as one of the major causes of nearsightedness and its
further progression. And by wearing your glasses,
you’re doubling the effects of it — ouch!

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Essential Tip #1:
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Throughout the day, think of your glasses as a tool and use them
that way — when you need them.

Put a piece of masking tape with a reminder on the base of
your computer screen. Write a reminder on your bookmark.

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Essential Tip #2
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If you can’t see the computer screen without glasses,
try enlarging the font on your internet browser.

Our March 2004 Rebuild Your Vision newsletter –
included for a limited time as a free bonus to those who
purchase the Rebuild Your Vision program –
has a great article on “Computer Vision 101
- Simple Tips Your Eyes Will Appreciate.”

And there are tons more great vision tips
and techniques in the Rebuild Your Vision program
that could literally save your eyesight.

**Step Two

After you’ve learned how to stop your vision from continually
getting worse, step two is to begin improving your
eyesight back to the clarity you once had.

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You CAN improve your eyesight — no matter whether you
suffer from nearsightedness, aging eyes, or an astigmatism –
through the proven eye exercises as illustrated in the
world-renowned Rebuild Your Vision program.

The Rebuild Your Vision program can dramatically
improve your vision, saving you trouble, inconvenience,
time, and hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars
you would otherwise be spending on glasses or contacts.

You can learn all about the program at To your vision — for life,

Orlin Sorensen

In no manner or form is this post a substitute for professional medical service. This email is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. Always seek the advice of a professional

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Prescriptions for Eyesigh-What does it really mean?

Many people wonder after returning from an eye checkup as what the prescriptions for eyesight means.

Generally, an eyesight prescription is applicable for two years, but your ophthalmologist may suggest to test your eyes regularly in every six months.

In addition, always remember that an eye checkup will not only test your prescription’s correctness, as it will also test the overall health of retinas, visual system, and eyes. Numerous disorders of eyes may be overlooked, so it is essential to have regular eye checkups even if you can see things clear without any difficulties.

In the table, the column of “sph” symbolizes the short or long light nearby. If you have a bigger number, the stronger it will be, and thicker will be the lens of your spectacle. Plus lenses rectify long sight problems, whereas minus lenses rectify short sight difficulties.

The “cyl” column for “cylinder” stands for the quantity of astigmatism present. Astigmatism results, when the eyes are not spherical in shape and appear like rugby ball.

Furthermore, the “axis” column signifies the direction of cylinder on a range of (0-180 degrees). In fact, the lens is set into the spectacle frame in this range only.

Prism is the alteration required to coordinate the eyes, so that they look straight and function well. Prism is actually a kind of lens, which curves the path of light without changing its focal point.

Next, “VA” means Visual Acuity, which specifies the standard of vision, when altered. Many eyesight prescriptions may lack the inclusion of VA in them. It is usually present in the form of fraction. In United Kingdom, VA is traditionally measured at 6m, and hence the numerator is 6 (6/6). Moreover, in the U.S., VA is measured at 20 ft (20/20). The bigger the denominator will be, the poorer will be your vision, therefore a VA of 6/12 is better, if your prescription report do not shows a VA of 6/6.

Reading addition (Rdg add) depicts the extra power required to facilitate your eyes to concentrate for close work. Patients aged above 40-45 only undergo this category. If your report states a reading addition, you will require various spectacle prescriptions for reading from distance.

Eyes are very intricate organ, so are the eyesight prescriptions for visual rectification. The above-mentioned table along with the description helps people to understand about prescriptions for eyesight and what do they mean.

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