Hypertension and Cataracts
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I received the question today: Is there a link between hypertension and cataracts? In 2014 there was a study published in Public Library Science. Researchers […]
Genetic Influence on Cataracts
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I received a great question today: Is there a genetic connection to developing cataracts? There was a paper published in 2007 in The Archives of
EyeBright: Reduce Inflammation and Oxidative Stress
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I’m on my morning walk. I received the question today: is EyeBright beneficial for improving eye health? Well, I’m going to point you to a
Podcast 63: Community Q&A
This episode answers questions related to underdeveloped optic nerves in children, Central Retinal Vein Occlusion, Dry eye syndrome, and how to perform the plus lens to blur eye exercise.
3 Ways for Athletes to Enhance their Vision
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I did a session with somebody today in Hawaii. He’s a very high-powered runner and he’s near-sighted. He had an issue about being able to
How to Choose Sunglasses and Ski Goggles
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I received a question today: Can I offer any tips when purchasing sunglasses and goggles for skiing? Recommendations for Sunglasses Get either a brown or
Gene Therapy for Macular Degeneration
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I’m at Pololu lookout on the big island. I received a question yesterday. A lady has been diagnosed with macular degeneration. She happens to be
Benefits of Saffron for Eye Health
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I received a question today: can the spice saffron improve our eye health? Well, I’m going to put you to a research study that was
Reduce your RX, Improve Eyesight?
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I’m on my morning walk, and I wanted to talk to you today about lifestyle and vision wellness. I saw a naturopath physician the other
Podcast 62: Community Q&A
This episode answers questions related to Visual Snow, the uses of glutathione, Idiopathic Juxtafoveal Tillandsia Ectasis, Lattice degeneration, Vitreous syneresis, Myopia, dry-eye syndrome, ocular migraines, white dot syndrome, and floaters.
Is the Mediterranean Diet a Viable Path to Better Eye Health?
Hello everyone, it’s Dr. Sam. I received a question the other day: Does eating a Mediterranean diet have an effect on our eye health? Well, we know that the Mediterranean
Macular Health & Iodine
Hi folks, it’s Dr. Sam. We’ve been receiving a lot of questions lately on what can be done to prevent or reverse both wet and dry macular degeneration. In other
Best Foods for Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. Good morning! I’m on my walk today, and I received a question: What are the best foods for omega 3 fatty acids? Well, let me
Ozone Therapy Reduces Oxidative Stress & Improves Ocular Circulation
Hello, everybody is Dr. Sam. I received a question yesterday does ozone therapy helps our eyes? So I’m going to point you to a study that was published in 2013
What is Pseudoexfoliation Glaucoma?
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I’ve been getting a lot of questions about pseudoexfoliation glaucoma. I want to talk about this condition and provide some natural protocols to address the
Meditation for Reducing Eye Pressure
Hi everybody, it’s Dr. Sam. I received a question today: what adjunct therapies can be done to reduce eye pressure, if you’re diagnosed with glaucoma? There was a study published
3 Herbs to Support Eye Health
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I’m in Sedona on a great hike! I received a question today: What are the best herbs for your eyes? Well, this is a great
Podcast 57: Community Q&A
This episode answers questions related to pathological myopia, neovascularization, dry eyes, optic neuritis, glaucoma and epiretinal membrane.
Glutathione and Depression
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam and I received a question about the relationship between depression and oxidative stress. There was a study published in 2012 in the Journal of Psychiatric
Podcast 54: Community Q&A
This episode covers questions about slowing progression of cataracts and glaucoma, anisometriopia, glaucoma medications, marfan syndrome, and accommodative esotropia.
Astaxanthin Protects the Macula
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. In other Vlogs I’ve talked about the importance of getting lutein and zeaxanthin. These are carotenoids that have been shown to play an instrumental role
Glutathione Improves Recovery Times for Athletes
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam and in many of my vlogs I talk about the importance of glutathione. Well, there was an interesting research paper published in 2005 in the
Billiscreen App for Detecting Pancreatic Cancer
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam. I wanted to share that there’s an app out there, called the Billiscreen App, and it photographs the whites of your eyes to detect early
Nutrition
6 Ways to Boost Glutathione Levels
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam and for those of you that have been following me for a while, you know I talk about the benefits of glutathione. Today I’m going
MCT Oil Enhances Cognition and Physical Performance
Hey folks, it’s Dr. Sam and I received the question today about whether or not MCT oil is beneficial to consume. Well, there is a study that came out in