These practices will keep you healthy.
Eyestrain is the most common problem in the digital age. Staring at screens for hours without a break is one of the major
reasons for the strain on the eyes. It mainly happens when your eyes focus intensely on an activity for a long period, which can make the eyes feel tired or irritated.
The extensive use of digital devices like computers, smartphones, and tablets is the main cause of eyestrain and is better known as computer vision syndrome or digital eye strain. And it can be controlled by bringing some reforms to your lifestyle.
Here are some ways to minimize the strain on your eyes and keep them healthy.
Limit your screen time
The most effective way to control this strain is by limiting your screen time. Do not stick to your phone and laptop all the time. Even if you are doing work, try to take breaks and give your eyes some rest. Rest your eyes by looking away from the digital screen or just closing your eyes for a moment, or splashing some water.
Adjust your lighting
The lighting of a place can affect your eyes. Both too dim and too bright surroundings can cause eyestrain. It is recommended to sit at an angle where the light should come from behind you if you're focusing intensely on something like reading. When watching TV, dimming the lights may help reduce eye strain.
Not just ambient light, but the device you are using, its brightness, also needs to be adjusted. Glare is one of the biggest contributors to eyestrain, so try shading windows or using filters to reduce the amount of glare on your digital device.
Improve the air quality of your space
Dry or polluted environments, as well as places having fans and heating and cooling units, can also cause eyestrain. So to protect your eyes from drying out, try using a humidifier, adjusting the thermostat to reduce blowing air, turning down the heating and cooling system, and avoiding smoke. If needed, shift to a different space where the air quality is better.
Blink often to refresh your eyes
Your eyes become dry from continuously looking at a screen, so it is important to make sure they get proper moisture. When we blink, our eyes produce tears that moisten and refresh the eyes. So, try to make it a habit to blink more often when looking at a monitor.
Using eyewear and eyedrops
Wearing specific eyewear that has certain coatings and tints for lenses may help your eyes. Get your eyes checked first, and as recommended, use proper eyewear.
Your doctor may recommend specialized devices, lenses, or eye therapy to rectify the causes of strain. Apart from that, you can also use eye drops prescribed by your doctor to retain the moisture in your eyes and keep them healthy.
