Entries by David Richardson

Is there a link between diet and eye health?

Although genetics can be a factor in eye health and vision problems, there is mounting evidence that eating nutrient-rich foods, including an abundance of fruits, vegetables, and Omega-3 fatty acids, is as good for your eyes as for the rest of your body. At Lappen Eye Care, we couldn’t agree more.- Eating for Eye Health […]

Testing for Dry Eye Disease

People worldwide experience dry eye disease, and some don’t even know it. Dry eye disease in Pittsburg, PA, occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears, those tears dry up too quickly, or both. But before your eye doctor can determine if you have dry eye disease, they will need to perform one or more […]

Why Are My Eyelashes Falling Out?

Just like the hairs on your head, eyelashes sometimes fall out and then regrow. But again, like the hair on your head, you shouldn’t have so much eyelash fallout that you’re left with sparse or no eyelashes at all. Eyelashes are there to protect your eyes from debris. If your eyelashes noticeably fall out, you […]

What Causes Eye Twitches?

Eye twitches are usually temporary annoyances that seem to come and go of their own volition. They may last for a few minutes or a day, but they rarely last beyond an entire day. They may also stop intermittently and then start up again. So what is it with eye twitches, and what causes them? […]

Is There a Link Between Glaucoma and Diet?

When it comes to nutrition, it’s easy to find endless claims about which foods are the best and how different diets correlate to different disorders. Of course, what isn’t easy is deciphering which claims to follow. If you’re wondering if you can prevent glaucoma by changing up your dinner, we’ll look at what you should […]

Why Are My Eyelashes Falling Out?

Just like the hairs on your head, eyelashes sometimes fall out and then regrow. But again, like the hair on your head, you shouldn’t have so much eyelash fallout that you’re left with sparse or no eyelashes at all. Eyelashes are there to protect your eyes from debris. If your eyelashes noticeably fall out, you […]