In Pics| Effective ways to ensure good eye healthThe exponential increase in screen time is not just affecting one's body clock but eyes as well, ranging from impaired vision to eye trauma. Here we list some simple and effective ways that will ensure good eye health.
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Eye Testing: It is advisable to get your eyes tested by an eye doctor once every year as regular eye examinations help find any symptoms associated with eye strain and provide solutions for the same. Credit: Getty Images
Right Glasses: Wearing quality sunglasses that offer cent per cent UV protection while outdoors can help protect your eyes from the harmful impact of UV rays and cataract formation. Wearing the right spectacles for screen usage like anti-reflection lenses with blue coating is extremely important. Credit: Getty Images
Healthy Diet: Eating leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli that are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin help prevent cataract. Lutein also stimulates the growth of pigments that help block out harmful UV rays. Food rich in vitamins C and E and zinc reduce the risk of developing a condition called Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Credit: Getty Images
Keeping Eyes Moist: Dry eyes are a major irritant, especially as the pollution gets worse day by day. Resting the eyes often and blinking moistens the eyes, reducing dryness and irritation. One can also use drops to help keep your eyes moist in case of excessive dryness. Credit: DH Pool Photo
Screen Time: With long hours of screen time becoming an inevitable reality, taking good care of your eyes is paramount. One should use the 20-20-20 rule, by taking a 20-second screen break every 20 minutes to look at objects 20 feet away from you. Increase the font size when reading on-screen so that devices don't need to be too close to your eyes, and you don't have to squint. A clean screen boosts visibility, wipe your screen at least once a day. Credit: Getty Images