At King Vision, we believe your eyes deserve a standing ovation — they work hard for you every second of the day! From speedy blinks to millions of dazzling colors, your eyes are nothing short of amazing.
Dive into these fun facts and discover why your vision is worth protecting. Who knows? You might just see your eyes in a whole new light!
Your eyes are incredible — and we love helping you keep them healthy!
That’s more than 10,000 times a day! Blinking keeps eyes moist and removes dust.
The orbicularis oculi lets you blink in less than 1/10th of a second — lightning-fast vision protection!
Thanks to millions of retinal photoreceptors, you can detect subtle color variations cameras can’t.
Your iris pattern is as unique as your fingerprint, making iris scans highly secure.
80% of your sensory input comes from vision — protecting them protects your mind.
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which becomes Vitamin A, crucial for night vision.
They’re fully grown by age one — your face just grows around them.
Your optic nerve connection has no receptors, but your brain fills in the missing picture.
Your eyes are a window to your overall health. During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist can spot signs of serious conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and even certain cancers — sometimes before symptoms appear anywhere else in your body.
Your rod cells help you see in dim light, while cone cells handle color during the day.
Your brain flips the image right-side up — without you ever noticing.
With proper care, a minor corneal scratch can heal in about 24–48 hours.
During REM sleep, your eyes dart back and forth as you dream — it’s like watching a movie in your head.
Staring at a phone or computer can cut your blink rate in half, leading to dry eyes. That’s why the 20-20-20 rule is so important!
Leafy greens, citrus fruits, nuts, and fish rich in omega-3s give your eyes the vitamins and nutrients they need to stay sharp and healthy.
Prolonged device use can cause digital eye strain, headaches, and blurred vision. Follow the 20-20-20 rule — every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
Spending at least 2 hours a day outdoors has been shown to reduce the risk of developing myopia (nearsightedness) in children — so encourage outdoor fun!