The end of yet another year is fast approaching and your Private Health Fund annual rebates are close to their end date too. Optical World Elsternwick and Ashburton wishes to remind our customers to claim their benefits before 31st December 2016 so they don’t miss out on purchasing a new pair of glasses or contact […]

The consumption of juices and smoothies have increased in popularity over the years as the population has become more aware of their overall health. Smoothies and juices are both easy to prepare and delicious to drink, containing all the nutrients required to keep your body healthy inside and out. Whilst many people associate vitamins and […]

    Colour blindness relates to an individual’s ability to detect or perceive certain colours. The most common colours that colour blind people tend to have difficulty detecting include reds, greens, yellows, blues and oranges. This condition is often hereditary and is far more common in men than in women. Some people may also develop […]

For many seasonal allergy sufferers, pollen often causes irritation of the eyes and eyelids. Eyes can often appear red with accompanying swollen, itchy eyelids. If these symptoms sound like something you might suffer from, you may potentially have what is known as allergic conjunctivitis. Signs and symptoms include: Itchy, red eyes and swollen eyelids. Runny […]

Proper nutrition and a healthy diet is important for clear vision and healthy eyes. Studies have shown that the risk of macular degeneration (AMD) is reduced by taking certain antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. The main nutrients include: Omega 3 Fatty Acids: High concentrations are found in varieties of cold water fish including salmon, […]

Many children who appear to have learning disabilities may only be suffering from poor vision. It is important to have your child’s vision checked regularly. At Optical World we advise to have your child’s eyes checked yearly, even if you do not observe your child having any difficulty in vision. 1 in 4 children may […]