There are some eye conditions and vision problems that can develop during childhood, such as sore eyes, cross-eyed, and lazy eye. Here are some child eye care tips that every parent should know:
Medically reviewed by Ruben Macapinlac, MD, DPPS · Pediatrics · Philippine Pediatric Society
There are some eye conditions and vision problems that can develop during childhood, such as sore eyes, cross-eyed, and lazy eye. Here are some child eye care tips that every parent should know:
During pregnancy, a mother’s healthy lifestyle and eating habits can help with the development of their baby’s eyes. Similarly, the mother’s diet and lifestyle while breastfeeding will also have an impact on the child’s eye health.
Give your child meals that are rich in nutrients such as lutein, zeaxanthin, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and vitamins A, C, and E. These can help improve and maintain their eyesight. You can get these nutrients from fruits and vegetables like carrots, squash, kale, avocado, spinach, egg yolks, kiwi, grapes, and orange.
According to studies, being outdoors more often can effectively prevent the occurrence of onset myopia (nearsightedness). Adding more outdoor activities like walking or biking to your child’s daily routine can help keep your child’s vision at its best.
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Here are other healthy eye care tips you and your child can follow:
Children are more susceptible to eye problems since their eyes are still developing. Knowing the early signs of vision problems is key to taking care of your child’s eyesight.
The warning signs of vision problems include:
If your child has one or more of these symptoms, consult an ophthalmologist.
Eye problems can give anyone a tough time. However, you can protect your child from future vision complications if you encourage proper eye care during childhood. As a parent, following the child eye care tips mentioned in this article can greatly improve and maintain your child’s eye health.
Learn more about Child Eyecare, here.
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