Modern man is subject to constant influence of TV, phones, computer monitors, and other gadgets. This greatly interferes with vision.
Doctors say that the percentage is growing every year complaints eye problems. How can I reduce the load of gadgets on our vision? Take a look at the recommendations of ophthalmologists.
How gadgets affect vision
Since we are surrounded by screens everywhere, then this increases the load on the eye, they quickly get tired, broken tearing, which leads to the development of the syndrome of "dry eye." This is accompanied by redness of the eyes and the feeling of sand. Also on the vision affects landing. For example, if a long time motionless sitting or reclining in front of the TV, the blood circulation in the cervical spine, which negatively affects the work of the organs of vision.
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How to reduce eye strain
Rest your eyes. To relieve stress, you need to follow the rule of "20-20-20". It works like this: every 20 minutes, take a break, and within 20 seconds to look at an object at a distance of 20 steps.
Do exercises for the eyes. Experts recommend all the exercises repeated at least 10 times:
- Horizontal eye movements: right and left;
- eyeballs movement vertically: up and down;
- movement of the eyes in a circle: in a clockwise direction and in the opposite direction;
- intense opening and closing of the eyes at a rapid pace;
- eye movement diagonally: squint in the lower left corner, then by a direct transfer lookup. Similarly - in the opposite direction;
- frequent blinking eyes.
Use drops. When it is impossible to regularly follow the rule of "20-20-20", then for the people who work at computers and use electronic gadgets, you can use eye drops with hyaluronic acid. They moisturize eye skin and improve the functioning of the tear film.
Physical activity. To my eyes a rest from the monitors and screens, you often go for a walk, to breathe fresh air, to walk, to do workout, play sports.
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Take vitamins. Now the market is enough vitamins that help maintain eyesight. These vitamins and vitamin complexes containing lutein, zeaxanthin, vitamin A, B vitamins, drugs blueberries. However, before use, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
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