Protecting your eyes from prolonged stares at your screen

In the age we live in today, staring at a screen is almost unavoidable. Why? Because we are constantly either using our phones, working at desktops or laptops, watching TV or a show on our tablets, either way we are always doing one thing or the other with our eyes fixed on a screen. But we underestimate the importance of protecting our eyes as they are one of the most important organs of our bodies. We obviously can’t stop ourselves from using devices but we can minimize the time we spend staring at them. Avoid reflections and glares: Reduce glare on your computer screen or phone by closing any nearby window using blinds or curtains. Adjust the settings: Adjust the font size, brightness and contrast on your phone and computer that best suits your eyesight. You should

never be squinting when looking at your screens.

Never use your phone in the dark: Staring at the only source of light in the room is really bad. Therefore if you really need to use your phone before you go to bed, switch off the lights after you are done.

Take a break: Try as much as you can to look away from your screen every 20 minutes before you continue with your work. Also, do a lot of blinking to keep your eyes moist.

Visit your optician regularly: Make it a routine to visit an optician regularly to monitor your eyes and keep them healthy and if you feel the slightest discomfort, ensure you book an appointment immediately.

A screen guard can also be used for our computers to reduce the reflection coming from the computer.

With additional information from the internet