Family Eyecare
5114 Hwy 2A T4L 1Y7 Lacombe, AB, Canada

Family Eyecare - Lacombe is excited to announce that we’ve joined the FYidoctors family! We’ll have a new name, but we look forward to continuing to provide you with the same exceptional quality of care. Effective on March 29, this account will no longer be active. To stay in touch, please follow our new page: https://www.facebook.com/FYidoctorsLacombe/

Exercising is a key component to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Since your body is all connected, exercise can directly benefit your eyes! Cardio exercise can increase blood flow to your optic nerve and improve your overall eye health. A brisk 30 minute walk, or taking the stairs, can be a simple yet effective workout!

If you are diabetic, it is important to meet with your optometrist regularly to keep up to date with your eye health. High blood sugar can lead to problems like glaucoma and blurry vision. Call us today to learn more about how diabetes can affect your eyes!

If you aren't getting adequate sleep, sooner or later your eyes will likely show signs of fatigue and sleep deprivation. Aim to get to bed early enough to allow yourself to get a minimum of 7 to 9 hours of sleep!

Exercise and maintaining a healthy weight can help your eyes, not just your waistline! Type 2 diabetes, which is more common in people who are overweight or obese, can cause damage to the tiny blood vessels in the eyes. Get your body moving today!

Food for healthy eyes: nuts and legumes! Seeds are high in omega-3s and are a rich source of vitamin E. Seeds are available for purchase in most grocery stores and online!

Some eye conditions are hereditary, so being aware of eye conditions that your parents or grandparents had can help you take precautions. At your next eye exam, let us know of your family history so that we can ensure that you have optimal eye health!

Getting comprehensive dilated eye exams is especially important because some eye diseases may not have warning signs. The exams are the only way to detect these diseases in their early stages, when they are easier to treat.

You are what you eat and so is your eyesight! Foods rich in nutrients like vitamin C and E, zinc, lutein and omega-3 fatty acids strengthen your eyes against age-related eye problems like cataracts and macular degeneration.