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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/health/video/truth-about-dry-eye-causes-symptoms-and-relief-tips-refresh-optive-mega-3More than 35 million Americans experience dry eye disease every year. July is Dry Eye Awareness Month and the perfect time to highlight the causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Dr. Ashley Brissette, a board-certified ophthalmologist in New York City, says dry eye disease can cause symptoms including irritated eyes and sometimes blurry vision. Factors like the environment, temperature, humidity, screen time, aging changes, and hormonal changes can all contribute to dry eyes, and it's especially common in women over the age of 50. When it comes to treatment, Dr. Brissette suggests starting with artificial tears to help temporarily lubricate the surface of the eye. One option she recommends for her patients is the REFRESH OPTIVE MEGA-3 preservative-free multi-dose, which is gentle on the eye surface and can help treat dry eye symptoms. Some patients can even experience more than 10 hours of relief from using the drops. Some other simple ways to support eye health include wearing sunglasses with 100% UV protection when outdoors, maintaining a healthy diet with omega-3s, staying hydrated, and taking regular screen breaks.  Also try the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds to give your eyes a break from screens. For more information about dry eye disease and treatment options, visit refresheyedrops.com.

Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/health/video/free-summer-gym-memberships-teens-encourage-fitness-and-mental-wellness-summerSummer break is here, and while teens are off from school and enjoying the warm weather, it’s also an important time to stay active and focused on both physical and mental wellness.We know being a teenager today comes with a lot of pressure, and Planet Fitness recently commissioned a nationwide study that really highlighted that. In fact, 95% of teens say they emotionally or mentally struggle at times, with many reporting anxiety and challenges with body image. The encouraging news of course is that exercise can be an incredibly powerful outlet. Ninety-five percent of teens said working out helps them manage life’s challenges, and many say it boosts their confidence and makes them feel proud of themselves. So this program helps provide teens easy access to fitness with a supportive place where they can feel good physically and mentally.That's where Planet Fitness’ High School Summer Pass® program comes in. It's back for its sixth year, giving teens ages 14 to 19 the chance to work out for free at any of the more than 2,900 Planet Fitness locations across the U.S. and Canada through August 31st. It’s all about helping teens build healthy habits in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment while school is out for summer.Teens who register get access to Planet Fitness’ full range of equipment, including cardio machines, strength equipment, stretching areas, and more. Planet Fitness locations also offer free fitness training with certified trainers, and teens can use the free Planet Fitness App with hundreds of on-demand workouts. It’s designed to make fitness approachable, whether someone is brand new to the gym or already active.Teens can sign up now at PlanetFitness.com/SummerPass or stop by their local Planet Fitness club. The program runs through August 31st.