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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