Tips from an optometrist for healthier eyes and better vision | Dr Joseph Allen

Episode #345. Don’t take your eyesight for granted. Join me as I sit down with optometrist Dr Joseph Allen to discover science-backed ways to care for your eyes, including common eye health myths, practical strategies for protecting your vision, and expert advice on maintaining healthy eyes for life. Learn how diet and lifestyle affect your eyesight, the truth about blue light glasses, and why regular eye exams are essential. Dr Allen also shares tips on contact lens safety, myopia prevention, and keeping your eyes healthy for years to come. Specifically, we discuss: Introduction to Eye Health and Dr. Joseph Allen's Expertise (00:00) Dr Allen’s Journey: From Thick Glasses to Optometry Career (02:18) Busting Eye Health Myths and Misconceptions (06:25) How the Human Eye Works: Vision Explained (08:39) Top Eye Conditions: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments (11:04) The Myopia Epidemic: Causes and Solutions (19:50) Best Practices for Maintaining Optimal Eye Health (25:12) Do Blue Light Blocking Glasses Work? A Scientific Look (33:30) The Role of Diet in Eye Health: What to Eat for Better Vision (39:52) Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Their Impact on Eye Health (46:54) Key Nutrients for Vision: Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Leafy Greens (01:04:40) Essential Vitamins and Nutrients for Long-Term Eye Health (01:14:10) The Truth About Eye Exercises: Myths and Realities (01:21:17) Contact Lenses: Risks, Benefits, and Best Practices (01:29:16) Vision Correction Surgery: Future Trends and Options (01:33:49) Age-Related Vision Challenges: Managing Presbyopia and More (01:38:53) Expert Tips and Final Recommendations for Lifelong Eye Health (01:44:42) Learn more from Dr Joseph Allen on YouTube , and connect with him on Instagram , Facebook , or Twitter/X . This episode is brought to you by: 38TERA Consider 38TERA's DMN prebiotic supplement a daily multivitamin for your gut. Formulated by yours truly and gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz. Use code THEPROOF for a discount at checkout. Eimele Eimele Essential 8 is a comprehensive multivitamin that is scientifically formulated to complement your plant-rich diet, increase and sustain your energy, and support the immune system, as well as heart and brain health. Follow this link for 20% off one-time purchases and subscriptions. WHOOP Whoop, the most advanced fitness and health wearable available. Your personalised fitness and health coach to recover faster, sleep better, and train smarter. Claim your first month free on join.whoop.com/simon . Momentous My go-to supplement brand for protein and creatine is Momentous. Get 20% off your first purchase by using the code LIVINGPROOF at checkout at livemomentous.com Pique Tea Pique's Nandaka provides sustainable, all-day energy and makes you feel like you’re doing something good for your body! Try Pique and get up to 20% off plus a FREE rechargeable frother and glass beaker when you purchase exclusively at piquelife.com/simon . Want to support the show? The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends . You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family. Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons) Creator of theproof.com and host of The Proof with Simon Hill Author of The Proof is in the Plants Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple / Spotify Connect with me on Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide Download my complimentary Two-Week Meal Plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book