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EPISODE · Jul 10, 2025 · 8 MIN

Can You Reduce Myopia by Spending Time in Green Spaces?

from Natural Eye Care with Dr. Marc Grossman, Holistic Optometrist · host Dr. Marc R Grossman, OD, L.Ac.

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is an international epidemic. Spending time indoors and doing close-up work is a major contributor. Research has shown that going outside in green spaces helps reduce the incidence of myopia. People with myopia often need glasses to see distances. They are also more prone to a host of eye disease as they age.Dr. Grossman discusses daily habits and exercises to reduce your chances of developing myopia. He also covers "Yoga for the Eye" classes and other ways to stretch and strengthen your eyes. And, he recommends some supplements and nutritional supports for healthier eyes.Websites mentioned in this episodehttps://naturaleyecare.com/https://www.oepf.org/https://visioneducators.com/

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Myopia, or nearsightedness, is an international epidemic. Spending time indoors and doing close-up work is a major contributor. Research has shown that going outside in green spaces helps reduce the incidence of myopia. People with myopia often need glasses to see distances. They are also more prone to a host of eye disease as they age. Dr. Grossman discusses daily habits and exercises to reduce your chances of developing myopia. He also covers "Yoga for the Eye" classes and other ways to str...

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