#26:Stretching the Eyeballs and how to prevent Myopia with Ken Tong

Disclaimer:  The following video is designed to educate and inform -- not provide medical advice. You should always consult a licensed medical practitioner when it comes to your personal health, or before you start any treatment.    We have all heard the adage that eyes are the “windows to the soul”. Having perfectly healthy eyes that have excellent vision or are free of pain and other symptoms is crucial to our overall health and well-being.   The good news is that it's easy to learn more about eye problems, symptoms, and preventive measures we can take to maintain good eye health. Shedding more light on this topic today is Ken Tong, President of the Singapore Optometric Association.   Ken is the founder of “eyesight.sg”, an organization that advocates primary eye care to optimize vision and eradicate preventable blindness. In his practice, Ken focuses on driving impactful solutions by helping his patients make informed decisions through education and differentiated experiences.   In this episode, we cover: When do you visit an optometrist and when do you visit an ophthalmologist What are the signs of good eye health? What “digital eye strain” is Good lifestyle habits for good eye health What myopia actually is and how can we prevent it Is myopia hereditary What is blue light and are blue light blocking glasses effective What are some recommended supplements for eye concerns   LINKS Ken Tong: https://eyesight.sg/about-us/​ Shubhra Venneti: www.sfamilywellness.com Write to us: info@sfamilywellness.com   Shift with Shubhra Podcast is now streaming on the following channels: Youtube: www.youtube.com/shiftwithshubhra​ Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/14cmsz​ Google Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yxsbvld8​ Spotify: http://tiny.cc/84cmsz​ Instagram: www.instagram.com/shiftwithshubhra