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Why You Should Wear Sunglasses | Peter Attia, M.D. & Steven Dell, M.D. — Whalespan

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Why You Should Wear Sunglasses | Peter Attia, M.D. & Steven Dell, M.D.

Peter Attia5m · 2022-03-10

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✓Well SupportedWearing UV-blocking sunglasses may delay the onset of age-related cataracts by approximately 3 years.◐Partially SupportedUV exposure, particularly at high outdoor levels, is associated with an increased risk of age-related macular degeneration.◐Partially SupportedProtecting eyes from UV light is advisable for longevity and the postponement of senescence, including ocular senescence.◐Partially SupportedIndividuals with lighter eye color have increased UV exposure to the retina due to less pigment.Partially Supported

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Northern European ancestry is a risk factor for macular degeneration due to lower pigment levels.

◐Partially SupportedPeter Attia wears sunglasses when driving on a sunny day if his vision is better with them.

◐Partially SupportedSunglasses reduce the incidence of basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas on the lower eyelid.