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If you wear glasses and you're tired of squinting behind cheap clip-ons or losing your regular glasses every time you swap to sunglasses, prescription sunglasses solve that problem. Here's what to know about getting a pair in Washington, and why an eye exam should be step one, not an afterthought. The short answer You can buy prescription sunglasses two ways: through an optometrist who fits and verifies your lenses in person, or through an online retailer that has you upload

Late summer brings a fresh round of produce to Western Washington, and several August favorites are quietly some of the best things you can eat for your eyes. Between beta-carotene-rich melon and a couple of true Pacific Northwest specialties, this month's harvest covers a lot of ground, from fruit stands in Edmonds to the produce aisle at your regular grocery store. Here are five eye-healthy foods worth picking up this month, what's actually in them, and why your eyes benefi

July is peak season in Western Washington, and several of the best things showing up at the market right now are genuinely good for your eyes. Before we get into the list, it's worth knowing what we actually mean by that, because not all nutrients affect the eyes the same way. Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin are the only carotenoids that concentrate directly in the macular pigment, the layer of the retina responsible for your sharp, central vision. When people talk ab

If you're hitting the farmers markets around Edmonds this month, you're in luck. June produce happens to be packed with the nutrients your eyes use every single day. Lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene are natural plant pigments that show up in a lot of what's coming into season right now, and they play a real role in protecting your eyes from oxidative stress and inflammation, while also supporting long-term vision health, especially as you get older. You don't need to ove

Visionaire Eyecare is proud to assist patients with corneal refractive therapy. We assist serve patients in Edmonds, WA and the surrounding communities. Corneal refractive therapy is a form of orthokeratology that utilizes a unique rigid gas-permeable contact lens. It is designed to correct your myopia by reshaping your cornea while you sleep. This makes it so you don’t have to wear contact lenses during the day. Corneal refractive therapy is not for everyone. If you are inte

Summer is one of the most fun times of the year. With the warmer temperatures, you can finally enjoy all of those outdoor activities that your family loves. But, while you’re fishing on the boat, building sand castles at the beach or relaxing by the pool don’t forget about the potential dangers that the sun brings. Prolonged exposure to the sun can be very problematic. Most know that sunblock is a must in the summer month, but don’t forget to also protect your eyes. Polarized

Eye health is one of those things that many of us don’t really think about while planning your holiday feast. But since just about everything in our life relies on having accurate vision, it’s safe to say that eating eye health-focused foods should be a priority. Yet that brings the question, what foods actually support your eye health? Brussel Sprouts and Broccoli These healthy choices are actually full of vitamins––particularly, vitamin C and vitamin A. Since we know that V

Given our modern lifestyles, most of us spend the majority of our waking hours staring at a digital screen. Studies suggest that 60% of people spend more than 6 hours a day in front of a digital device. When looking into these screens, our eyes are directly looking into blue light. Sources of blue light include the sun, digital screens (TVs, computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets), electronic devices, and fluorescent and LED lighting. Blue light has a wavelength of betwe

If your vision problems cannot be treated with glasses or contact lenses alone, we might suggest vision therapy services. Learn what to expect in vision therapy and who benefits from this kind of eye care therapy. If you experience any of the following eye conditions, vision therapy may benefit you: Poor eye teaming – Healthy eyes work together to help you see clearly. When your binocular vision is impaired, your eyes struggle to work as a team. Vision therapy services can st