How Sleep Issues Cause Eye Disease: Eye Doctor Explains

Join host and optometrist Dr. Neda Gioia in this insightful episode as she delves into the interconnections between sleep and eye health. Discover the pillars of eye health from a functional medicine perspective, addressing modifiable risk factors like nutrition, stress management, exercise, and sleep. Learn about the impact of sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea, on eye conditions such as dry eye and glaucoma. Dr. Gioia also provides valuable insights into functional medicine, nutritional advice, and the importance of personalized patient care. This episode is essential for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their understanding of holistic eye care and its systemic interactions.


00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:05 Guest Background and Expertise
00:55 The Importance of Functional Medicine
02:01 Pillars of Eye Health
03:15 Understanding Functional Medicine
05:12 Sleep's Impact on Eye Health
06:18 Sleep Disorders and Eye Diseases
07:53 Evaluating Sleep in Eye Care
11:09 Dry Eye and Sleep Connection
14:19 Insomnia, Shift Work, and Eye Health
16:57 Screen Time and Eye Health
20:15 Blue Light and Eye Health
24:21   Nutrition and Eye Health
26:46 Holistic Patient Care
29:55 Collaborations in Healthcare
31:29 Conclusion and Contact Information

Dr. Neda Gioia contact info:
Facebook: Integrativevision
Instagram: drnedagioia
LinkIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drnedagioia
Integrative Vision practice: https://integrativevision.com/
Website: https://www.drnedagioia.com/

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