Being physically active has been shown to reduce our risk of visual impairment by 58 per cent, compared to somebody with a sedentary lifestyle

Regular exercise can increase antioxidant activity and reduce oxidative stress.

Oxidative stress is not only factor in conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, it is also linked to dry eye disease and age-related macular degeneration. AMD is the leading cause of blindness in the UK.

Aerobic Activity

Aerobic exercise can help increase oxygen supplies to the optic nerve protecting from raised pressure in the eye, helping to prevent and control conditions such as glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

Regular Exercise

Regular exercise can also improve blood flow to the retina and optic nerve, helping to inhibit the progression of diabetic retinopathy, potentially a serious condition that can leas to extensive sight loss.

NHS Guidance

It is advised hat adults should do some form of exercise every day and aim for 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity over the course of a week.

You don't have to be running marathons every week as brisk walks, cycling, dancing and swimming are all excellent forms of exercise and can contribute to keeping you body, mind and eyes healthy.

For advice and motivation on how to get active visit:

nhs.uk/better-health/get-active

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