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Archive for November, 2009
Macular Degeneration - A big name for a big problem
As we continue reduce the ozone layer the effects of UV rays on the mucus membranes continue to increase. Our parents didn’t think about SPF clothing or Sunscreen, they went out with oil in the hottest part of the day without another thought. People during thier time contracted Cancer and they’re deaths were described as “consumption” . The first sunglasses did little to protect the wearer and were more designed for fashion. And Sunscreen was not even a consideration.
Times have changed and now we know that UV rays can cause irreversible damage to both the skin and eyes. And we now have the technology to protect both. Experts suggest that we use Sunscreen with at least a SPF (sun protection factor) of 35 or more. And it has been proven that sunglasses without UV protection can lead to Macular Degeneration. So it is important to pick Sunglasses that have 100% AVA and AVB protection.
Polarized Sunglasses make the difference between seeing and missing!
I can’t say enough about what a difference polarized sunglasses make. All you have to do is try them in high light to experience the effects of polarization. They cut the glare without reducing visibility and since I live in an area with high sunlight they provide excellent protection.
Think of the last time you were driving and the glare from a puddle or a rain soaked road obscured your vision, what would it have been like if you could have avoided that situation? Well you could have just by using polarized sunglasses, that’s all it would have taken to change that whole experience.