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While eye fatigue has become a growing concern, there are several healthy ways you can put a check on it.
Blinking is another major factor that can help keep your eyes moist. (Pixabay)
In the digital era, eye fatigue has become a prevalent concern. It has become increasingly difficult to escape the dependency on computers, mobile phones, tablets and other gadgets for work and entertainment purposes. These devices often cause strain which leads to discomfort, blurred vision, headaches and dryness. Prolonged exposure to blue light may also increase the risk of myopia and digital eye strain syndrome.
While eye fatigue has become a growing concern, there are several healthy ways you can put a check on it. From having good sleep to taking timely breaks from your electronic devices, let’s take a look at some everyday habits you can adopt to keep your eyes fresh.
Good Sleep
Good sleep is the most important factor that affects your eyes’ freshness. If you get enough sleep overnight then your eyes and brain will likely feel rested in the morning. Using your mobile phones late at night can lead to fatigue. It may also compromise the overall health of your eyes.
Screentime Breaks
Frequent screentime breaks can go a long way in keeping your eyes fresh. You can just stand up and stretch while shifting your focus by gazing at different things. This method helps counter the stress that builds up while working for long hours on your computer. You can also spend some time outdoors under sunlight for a brief period to maintain the health of your eyes.
Blinking
Blinking is another major factor that can help keep your eyes moist. Long exposure to computer or mobile screens can drastically decrease your blinking rate. A conscious effort to frequently blink while working can alleviate the dryness in your eyes. Blinking also reduces stress as it prevents you from staring into the harmful blue light of your electronic devices over an extended period.
Optimise Lighting
The lighting in your surroundings also plays a massive role in improving your eye health. When reading or writing try to position the source of the light onto your page or task. If you are at a desk then using a shaded light can help prevent the light from shining directly into your eyes. When watching television, you can keep the room softly lit to relax your eyes.
Eyedrops
Nonprescription artificial tears are commonly used to help prevent and relieve eye dryness. You can consult your health practitioner to find the right product for yourself. These eyedrops help keep your eyes well lubricated while also preventing a recurrence of symptoms. They are especially helpful during winter months when the cold dry weather reduces the moisture in your eyes.
