Dry Eyes & Blurry Vision in Menopause: What’s Really Going On? | Dr. Neda Gioia (ENCORE)

<p>Are your eyes feeling dry or blurry during perimenopause or menopause? You’re not alone—and this episode is for YOU.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Functional Moms Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Neda Gioia, a nationally board-certified optometrist in both <strong>nutrition and functional medicine</strong>, to explore how hormonal changes impact <strong>women’s eye health</strong> during midlife.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn how to protect your eyes naturally—through food, lifestyle, and proactive care.</p><p><br></p><p>We learn:</p><ul><li><p>Hormonal changes during menopause can lead to increased eye health issues</p></li><li><p>Women are at higher risk for dry eye disease due to hormonal fluctuations</p></li><li><p>Macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness, especially in women</p></li><li><p>Routine eye exams are crucial for early detection of eye disease</p></li><li><p>Proactive management of eye health can prevent worsening conditions</p></li><li><p>Nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining eye health</p></li><li><p>Dry eye symptoms can include blurry vision and tearing</p></li><li><p>Lifestyle factors significantly influence the risk of developing eye disease</p></li><li><p>Understanding the connection between hormones and eye health is essential for women</p></li><li><p>Dietary changes, such as increasing omega-3 intake, can support eye health. Patients should prepare for eye exams by reflecting on symptoms.</p></li><li><p>Nutrition plays a crucial role in eye health and disease prevention</p></li><li><p>Key nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin are vital for vision</p></li><li><p>Vitamin D is essential for ocular health and disease management</p></li><li><p>Cataracts are a natural part of aging influenced by lifestyle factors</p></li><li><p>Excessive sun exposure can damage the eyes and accelerate aging</p></li><li><p>Red light therapy shows promise for improving eye health</p></li><li><p>There is a lack of regulation in blue light blocking products making it difficult to know if they are actually working</p></li><li><p>A Mediterranean diet supports overall eye health</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About Our Guest: </strong></p><p>Dr. Neda Gioia is the founder of <strong>Integrative Vision</strong>, a cutting-edge optometry practice blending <strong>clinical eye care with functional medicine</strong>. She’s also the immediate past president of the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Dr. Neda Gioi