10 Ways To Maintain A Better Eye Health

 

With a proper and simple eye care routine, eye issues can be easily avoided. According to an optometrist, 10 things you can do to preserve your eye health while maintaining sharp eye vision.

 

1.       Avoid rubbing your eyes with dirty hands – 

 

Your hands are full of dirt, bacteria, and dust that can irritate your eyes and can cause infections.

 

2.       Protect your eyes from the sun’s UV rays – 

 

Sunlight and UV rays can lead to macular degeneration, cornea sunburn, and photokeratitis.

 

3.       Ensure to wash your hands frequently – 

 

Frequent hand washing keeps your hands clean and the harmful bacteria at bay from your eyes.

 

4.       Smoking makes eye conditions worse –

 

It causes macular degeneration, cataracts, and damage to optic nerves with adverse effects on the eyes.

 

5.       Stay hydrated at all costs – 

 

Sufficient fluid intake is crucial because it prevents your eyes from getting dry and reduces irritation.

 

6.       Eat a balanced diet –

 

Include Omega-3, Lycopene, Lutein, Beta-carotene, Vitamin C, A, and E in your diet for better eye health.

 

7.       Keep proper room lighting – 

 

Make sure to have sufficient diffused sunlight in your room to avoid glare or too much eye stress.

 

8.       Keep an appropriate monitor distance – 

 

Position your computer monitor at about arm’s length from the eyes and 20° below eye level.

 

9.       Recharge your eyes with sufficient sleep –

 

Make sure you get enough shut-eye time every day to keep your eyes healthy and revitalized.

 

10.   Protect your eyes with safety gear –

 

When you go for a swim wear eye goggles to prevent your eyes from being exposed to chlorine.