SAVE YOUR EYES FROM DIGITAL EYE STRAIN & POLLUTION
LEARN HOW TO SAVE YOUR EYES FROM DIGITAL EYE STRAIN & POLLUTION
Eyes are the most exposed part of our body that work all the time, in all the seasons, all weather & ways, bearing the toll of digital exposure and ambient pollution. Here are some insights & tips managing our eyes in best of health.
I work on computer and tablets 8 hours a day: Is a very common statement of the millennial in a world which has shrunk to the size of your smart phone. But this continuous realization is an eye health hazard.
- - Exposure & dryness as we forget to blink
- - Harmful radiation from digital devices change body rhythm and affect the retinal cells.
My eyes started burning as I stepped out for work today morning: Ambient air pollution with high levels & toxic gases coming from vehicular and industrial emissions or post festivity cracker burning along with lack of humidity can cause such discomforting symptoms. Pollution is as much a serious ocular health hazard and effects can range from simple allergies to cataract and even cancers.
How can I protect my eye thus from digital strain:
- Take a break and close your eyes for few seconds or look in distinguish rather than shifting form one digital device to other
- Remember to blink your eyes continuously
- Use anti-reflective coated protected eyewear
- Use Lubricant eye drops
From Pollution:
- Avoid outdoors and unnecessary exposure
- Wear protective goggles
- Improve your diet & anti-oxidants and omega 3 fatty acids.
- Improve Hydration
- Use Lubricants eye drops
Your eye doctor may need to prescribe specific medication if required.
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