How to Avoid Eyestrain

Here are some tips to keep your eyes healthy and functioning well for years to come.

Things You'll Need

• Sunglasses
• Antiglare Computer Screens
• Full Spectrum Bulbs
• Eyebright Herbs
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin B
• Document Holders
• Eyebright herbs

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Instructions

• 1

  Wear sunglasses when it is bright outside. Bright sun makes you squint and strain your eyes.

• 2

  Take a break from whatever you're doing every few hours. Get up, stretch and focus your eyes elsewhere.

• 3

  Work in a well-lighted area.

• 4

  Use full-spectrum lightbulbs in your home. If possible, use them at work. They are easier on the eyes.

• 5

  Close your eyes every so often, and keep them shut for a few seconds. It will refresh your eyes.

• 6

  Blink frequently, especially when doing close work. It keeps them moistened.

• 7

  Take the herb eyebright as a tea or in a capsule.

• 8

  Supplement your diet with vitamin A, a vitamin essential for healthy eyes.

• 9

  Get enough sleep. Fatigue will cause undue strain on the eyes.