Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Explained – Part 1 The Macula – Our Central Vision The macula is a pigmented area at the back of the eye, your retina. This is the area that we use to read and see fine detail. The macula is responsible for clear central vision. The OCT scan provides a cross […]
The Eyesight Salad
The two super-nutrients essential for eye health, which might be even able to restore your vision, are Lutein and Zeaxanthin and are found in green leafy vegetables, eggs and all yellow or orange colored vegetables and fruits. Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids, which are the plant pigments that give color to many fruits and vegetables. These two […]
Cataract Surgery Correlates to Longer Life
Believe it or not, women have a higher risk of getting cataracts than men. A study shows women who have had their cataracts removed benefit not only from improved vision, but also longer life. They had a lower chance of dying early – for any reason! One of the scariest senses to lose is your […]
Summer 2021 Newsletter Part 2
Thank you for your continued support of a locally owned and operated small business! My daughter is continuing her Nursing studies and is spending her summer at the Latvian camp where she will be the head camp counselor. My son is finishing his Master of Finance and is enjoying his time on the water – […]
Asparagus Risotto (microwave)
3 tbsp butter 3 tbsp olive oil ¾ cup chopped green onion (½ cup white part only, ¼ cup green part) 1 celery stalk, chopped ½ cup chopped Italian parsley2 cups Arborio rice 4 cups chicken stock ¾lb asparagus, trimmed, peeled, cut into 2 inch segments ¾ cup shelled fresh peas or frozen 1-2 […]
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocados Recipe
Download Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocados Recipe recipe. […]
January 2021 Part 2 Newsletter
Dear YMEC family, As promised, here is part 2 of our eye care updates. Eating Your Way to Better Eye Health What we eat has a major impact on our eye health and there is strong evidence that the Mediterranean diet is much more beneficial for our eyes than a typical Western diet, especially as […]
January 2021 Part 1 Newsletter
Dear YMEC family, As 2021 begins, we wanted to share part 1 of some updates and information that you may find beneficial to your quality of life. My daughter is studying online to become a nurse practitioner. She is disappointed that placements are not allowed, yet. My son is also studying online to complete his […]
June 2020 Newsletter
We’re Back!! We are prepared, you are protected!! After almost three months, we are again allowed to take care of your eyes. Infection prevention and control is being implemented, we assure you that this is serious business: Plexiglass barriers have been installed Hands will be cleaned before and after every patient interaction Hand sanitizing stations […]
January 2020 newsletter
Check out our January 2020 newsletter. […]
