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EPISODE · Oct 8, 2025 · 42 MIN

"50% of our children will be near-sided in 2050" feat. Dr. Meenal Agarwal

from Moms Ask Why

In this conversation, Dr. Meenal Agarwal discusses the intricate connections between stress, vision, and overall eye health, particularly in children. She highlights the alarming rise in nearsightedness, the importance of outdoor time, and the role of screen time in diminishing spatial awareness. The discussion also covers the significance of comprehensive eye exams, debunks common myths about eye health, and emphasizes the need for parents to advocate for their children's vision care. Dr. Agarwal shares insights on how pregnancy affects vision, the necessity of antibiotic ointments for newborns, and the impact of nutrition on eye health. Finally, she addresses the potential benefits of red light therapy and provides essential questions parents should ask during eye exams.---Follow us on Instagram and twitter @momsaskwhy / TikTok: @momsaskwhypodcastDrop your email at www.momsaskwhy.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this conversation, Dr. Meenal Agarwal discusses the intricate connections between stress, vision, and overall eye health, particularly in children. She highlights the alarming rise in nearsightedness, the importance of outdoor time, and the role of screen time in diminishing spatial awareness. The discussion also covers the significance of comprehensive eye exams, debunks common myths about eye health, and emphasizes the need for parents to advocate for their children's vision care. Dr. Agarwal shares insights on how pregnancy affects vision, the necessity of antibiotic ointments for newborns, and the impact of nutrition on eye health. Finally, she addresses the potential benefits of red light therapy and provides essential questions parents should ask during eye exams. --- Follow us on Instagram and twitter @momsaskwhy / TikTok: @momsaskwhypodcast Drop your email at www.momsaskwhy.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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