#WomensHealth #EyeHealth #health Many women invest in skincare, fitness, and self-care but overlook one of the most important aspects of their health, their eyesight. In this episode, optometrist Dr. Arila joins us to discuss why women tend to neglect their eye health, how screen time and makeup affect vision, and simple habits to protect your sight before it’s too late.Chapters:📌 00:00 – Introduction📌 00:07 – Welcome to Blush & Bloom Podcast📌 00:38 – Why eye health matters more than we realize📌 01:12 – Meet Dr. Arila: Optometrist & Book Enthusiast📌 01:44 – Dr. Arila’s journey into eye care📌 03:09 – Common eye issues African women face📌 06:06 – Why women often delay eye checkups📌 08:05 – How often should you get your eyes checked?📌 11:13 – The role of genetics in eye health📌 13:07 – Early warning signs of vision problems📌 16:53 – Preventive eye care: What you should be doing now📌 18:54 – Why you should get properly prescribed glasses📌 19:59 – How makeup and false lashes affect eye health📌 21:44 – The risks of eyelash extensions & heavy makeup use📌 24:37 – How screen time is damaging our eyesight📌 26:09 – The 20-20-20 rule & other eye care tips for screen users📌 28:36 – Do blue light glasses and sunglasses really work?📌 30:22 – Nutrition for better vision: What to eat for eye health📌 31:42 – Aging and eyesight: How to protect your vision early📌 34:54 – Hygiene tips for makeup users to prevent infections📌 37:25 – Contact lenses: Dos & Don’ts for safe use📌 41:00 – Eye health myths & dangerous DIY treatments📌 44:12 – Are herbal & traditional eye treatments safe?📌 46:24 – Final message: Prioritizing your eye health📌 47:12 – Where to find Dr. Arila for eye care advice📌 48:32 – Closing thoughts & episode wrap-upThis podcast is about education, honest conversations, and practical advice to help women make informed decisions about their health and well-being.💬 Join the conversation – How often do you get your eyes checked? Let us know in the comments.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.📌 Show notes: https://www.asele.tech/post/blush-and-bloom-ep2-eye-health

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