Eye Care

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  • Avoid harsh lighting. Use soft, ambient lighting and position your desk near natural light sources while avoiding direct sunlight on the screen.

    Benefit: Enhances visual comfort and reduces strain on the eyes.

  • Keep the monitor at arm’s length (20-24 inches) and position the top of the screen at or slightly below eye level for optimal viewing.

    Benefit: Maintains good posture, prevents neck and eye strain, and reduces discomfort.

  • Use lubricating eye drops, especially if you work in an air-conditioned or dry environment where eyes may dry out more easily.

    Benefit: Prevents dryness and soothes irritated eyes.

  • Every 20 minutes, look at an object (e.g., a window view, plants, wall visuals, pets) 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds to relax the eye muscles and reduce strain.

    Benefit: Prevents digital eye strain and reduces fatigue from prolonged screen exposure.

  • Use an anti-glare screen protector, adjust monitor angles, and position the screen away from direct light sources to reduce glare and reflections.

    Benefit: Reduces eye strain, prevents headaches, and minimizes discomfort from excessive light exposure.

  • Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, nuts), vitamin A (carrots, spinach), and antioxidants (berries) to maintain strong and healthy eyes.

    Benefit: Strengthens eye health, improves vision, and reduces the risk of long-term eye conditions.

  • Adjust brightness to match room lighting and increase contrast to make text and images clearer, avoiding unnecessary eye stress.

    Benefit: Prevents excessive eye fatigue and strain caused by improper display settings.

  • Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily to keep your eyes moist and reduce irritation from prolonged screen use.

    Benefit: Prevents dry eyes and supports overall eye health.

  • Schedule an annual eye exam to monitor eye health and update prescriptions if necessary.

    Benefit: Detects vision problems early and ensures proper eye care.

  • Wear blue light-blocking or anti-reflective glasses to minimize the impact of prolonged screen exposure.

    Benefit: Reduces blue light exposure and helps prevent eye fatigue and sleep disturbances.

  • Take a short 5-10 minute break every hour to rest your eyes, stretch your body, and prevent prolonged sitting-related discomfort.

    Benefit: Relieves eye strain, reduces mental fatigue, and improves overall productivity.

  • Get 7-8 hours of quality sleep each night to allow your eyes to rest and function optimally the next day.

    Benefit: Helps the eyes recover from strain, prevents dryness, and enhances focus.