Eye Care

The benefits of an eye test Our eyes rarely hurt when something is wrong with them - just one of the reasons why you should have regular check-ups with your optometrist. Regular appointments help detect potentially harmful conditions. The NHS recommends that you should get your eyes tested a minimum of every two years. Between glaucoma and macular degeneration (we’ll explain later), an eye … Read More about What can an eye test reveal?

Jobs that need good vision Did you know there are certain jobs that you need good eyesight for? We would all love to have perfect vision but, unfortunately, many of us don’t and have to wear glasses. Whether you were born with vision problems or have developed them over time, there’s no doubting glasses have changed many lives all over the world - but what jobs do you need good eyesight for? Take … Read More about 10 jobs that require good eyesight or glasses

Improving your eyesight If you’ve ever heard the expression: “the eyes are a window to the soul” then you’ll know that there’s some truth in that. Our eyes have a potent significance that no other part of our body possesses. We not only interact with each other through our eyes - a lifetime of use, not forgetting the half-glances and the odd wink here and there - but we also interact with the … Read More about Can you make your eyesight better?

Can you damage your eyes on holiday? Sun, sea, good food and better drinks; this describes the standard summer holiday abroad, right? Most of the time. However, the stark contrasts that exist between many foreign countries and the UK are often too extreme for our bodies to handle. Specifically, our eyes.  First, there are the long-haul flights which can exacerbate the sleep deprivation you’re … Read More about How to take care of your eyes on holiday

Sunglasses and UV protection There’s no doubt that sunglasses are a fashion statement, but that doesn’t mean they all provide complete UV protection. If you’ve bought a cheap pair of sunglasses, chances are they aren’t filtering out any of the sun’s harmful UV rays. In this guide, we’ll take a look at the importance of UV lenses and how to tell if your sunglasses are equipped with them. What … Read More about Do all sunglasses provide UV protection?

If you’ve been told you need to start wearing glasses, but you’re worried that they will make your eyesight worse, you’re not alone. Many others like you often avoid wearing prescription glasses for as long as possible, after hearing that they can weaken your eyes and worsen your eyesight. We’ve created this post to offer some insight into where this idea comes from, as well as the best steps … Read More about Does wearing glasses make your eyes worse?

Vision problems Eyes are one of the most fragile and sensitive components of your body and it’s because of this that they can be susceptible to a number of problems over the years. Understanding what sudden vision changes mean and when they could be symptoms of a more serious vision problem can really help you to keep on top of your eye health and your eyesight. With that in mind, we’ve … Read More about Common symptoms of vision problems

Foods that are good for eye health You’ll have probably been told from a young age that carrots help you see better. It’s something that has stood the test of time, and it’s right there with ‘getting square eyes if you sit too close to the TV’ or ‘if you make that face too often then it’ll stay like that’. Our eyes were never going to change shape, and our faces never froze into our favourite … Read More about Foods that can help with vision and eye health

If you have returned from your eye test a little confused about your prescription, don’t worry. The abbreviations, boxes, and numbers with little decimal points bewilder a lot of people, so it’s not just you! A lot of us go along with our prescription without question, but if you want to learn what is going on behind your eyes, read on. Here are some of the most common questions: What does … Read More about What does my glasses prescription mean?

James Moon Interview Here at Arlo Wolf, we’re on a quest to support the non-profit organisation, Sight2Save, with their incredible mission to improve eye health in developing countries. That’s why we pledge to donate a pair of frames to their cause, for every pair of frames that we sell. It’s important to us and to the many people who benefit from Sight2Save, that our lovely customers know … Read More about An interview with James Moon, Founder of Sight2Save

Eye health We take our sight seriously here at Arlo Wolf, which is why we support the Sight 2 Save non-profit organisation, helping to provide the gift of sight to people all over the world. Giving clearer vision to someone who doesn't have the resources themselves can be life-changing, which is why we donate a pair of glasses every time you purchase a pair from our website. Read on to … Read More about Eye health around the world: Introducing Sight 2 Save

Health and eyesight You may remember the old wives’ tale you were told as a child; “Eat your carrots, they’ll help you to see in the dark”. While it may not seem like a convincing scientific fact, it’s true that your lifestyle and diet can greatly affect your eye health. If you are looking for ways on how to improve your eyesight naturally at home, you have come to the right place. Here at … Read More about How can your lifestyle affect your eyesight?