Save your sight, starting NOW
Ahead of National Eye Health Week which starts on Monday, we explore some eye-opening ways to protect your peepers...
“The fruit protects against a chemical process known as oxidative stress, which releases molecules called free radicals into the retina,” said Professor Abigail Hackam of Miami University. Developed by Dr William Horatio Bates in the late 19th century, the Bates Method is based on the theory that by exercising the eyes you learn to see better naturally, regardless of your sight problem.
One such technique is palming, where you cover your eyes with your palms to exclude the light, another involves rolling your eyes from side to side (visit seeing.org). two of the main markers of vision, according to a recent US study. About 40 per cent of adults own copies of designer sunglasses, according to lighting superstore Scotlight Direct. They may not offer proper UV protection so you risk damaging your sight. hours a day staring at a screen – be it computers, phones or tablets. “They send out a form of blue light which can disrupt sleep, affect our mood and damage the cells in the eyes, raising the risk of eye disease,” said optician Andy Hepworth. in corneal ulcers, severe pain and vision loss. “It sounds obvious, but blinking is important to keep eyes hydrated,” said London Vision Clinic medical director Professor Dan Reinstein (londonvisionclinic.co.uk). “When we are using computers we blink five to 10 times a minute compared to the usual 30.”
Use “blinking tools” to help remind you.
Visit blinkingmatters.com.