Why Buy the Weakest Magnifier?

According to Dr. Lylas Mogk, the author of Macular Degeneration: The Complete Guide to Saving and Maximizing Your Sight,

"Buy the weakest magnifier you can use without straining."

There is good reason for this. The higher the magnifying power, the smaller the lens, which means less viewing area.

Reading is much easier if you can see more words at one time. Dr. Mogk gives this example:

1. With a 2x magnifier you will be able to see the entire line

2. With a 5x magnifier you will see only the first four words

3. With a 7x magnifier you will only see the first two words, before you have to move the magnifier

To learn more tips about purchasing and using a low vision magnifier click here:

Hand Held Magnifiying Glass

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