No.1 Eye Doctor: The TRUTH About Treating Under Eye Bags & Eye Strain! | Dr. Joseph Allen

Dr. Joseph Allen is an associate professor at the Harvard T.H.
Chan School of Public Health and director of the Healthy
Buildings Program. He is a leading expert on how indoor
environments impact human health and co-authored the book Healthy
Buildings. His research has shaped public health policy and
influenced corporate and government strategies around building
design, air quality, and COVID-19 mitigation. Through his work,
Dr. Allen advocates for buildings to be viewed as powerful tools
for protecting and promoting health.





In our conversation we discuss:


(00:00) – What is the reason for myopia rise?


(01:59) – How does nearsightedness change eye anatomy?


(03:36) – Why is urban living linked to myopia?


(05:15)– What treatments or habits can slow myopia?


(06:10) – Are East Asians more prone to eye disease?


(07:51) – How much is genetics vs. lifestyle in myopia?


(10:01) – Does sunlight help prevent myopia in children?


(11:16) – What is red light therapy for the eyes?


(14:51) – Does screen time worsen vision more than books?


(17:02) – How do special lenses reduce eye strain?


(19:25) – Can glasses help prevent myopia before onset?


(20:56) – Does poor lighting make eyesight worse?


(22:37) – What’s the real risk of blue light?


(26:24) – Do blue light glasses reduce eye fatigue?


(28:47) – What home changes help with screen-related strain?


(31:15) – How are blinking and posture tied to eye health?


(32:00) – What is the Bates method and why is it flawed?


(41:18) – What top habits protect and preserve vision?


(45:27) – Are carrots truly a vision superfood?


(50:39) – Why is fish better than omega-3 supplements?


(57:38) – Do atropine drops really slow myopia in kids?


(1:07:40) – Who is a good candidate for LASIK or SMILE?


(1:10:56) – What to do before a LASIK consultation?


(1:13:41) – Does astigmatism affect LASIK candidacy?


(1:15:12) – What causes dark circles and eye bags?


(1:22:29) – What’s the future of eye care with AI?





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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/doctoreyehealth


Website: https://doctoreyehealth.com/





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