Vision loss can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, one in seven Canadians will develop a serious eye disease in their lifetime. But did you know that 75 per cent of vision loss can be prevented or treated? Preventive measures and early detection of eye disease significantly lowers your risk of vision loss.

Vision Health Month is a national awareness campaign designed to educate Canadians about their vision health and eliminate avoidable sight loss across the country. Throughout the month of May, CNIB asks all Canadians to protect their families’ vision health, starting with getting regular eye exams from a Doctor of Optometry.

Tips to keep eyes healthy and prevent vision loss or blindness
Guidelines on how to protect your eyes from things like UV damage, household hazards, and workplace safety threats
Daily eye care tips to decrease your risk of common eye diseases and vision loss
Details on when and how frequently you should have your family’s eyes examined
Facts about common eye conditions and what you can do to have healthy eyes for life

Prepare an eye-healthy meal

Did you know that nutrition can have a profound influence on your vision health? Good nutrition for the eyes means a balance of vitamins, minerals, fats and other nutrients. But negotiating your way through a maze of nutrient-dense lingo can be difficult. Check out our eye-healthy recipes for an easy way to protect your family’s sight!

Here's some eye healthy recipes to check out to keep your eyes as healthy as can be.