Protect Your Eyes from Digital Strain with These Vision Nutrients
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Written by Luke Kornblatt
In the age of modern technology, it has become almost impossible to avoid the constant exposure to the screens of electronic devices. Whether it be from a cell phone, a tablet, a computer, or a television, almost everyone deals with some sort of screen observance throughout their daily routines. With the rate that technology is taking over, the already near impossible task of avoiding the usage of electronic device displays will only continue to surge. With this progression comes an increase in the negative side effects that these monitors may have on your health. While the infusion of technology into modern society has resulted in many positive outcomes, such as convenience and an improved quality of life for millions, there is no denying that there are serious unintended consequences that the constant over usage of these devices are ultimately inflicting upon our well-being, with the most concerning side effect being the deterioration of eye health and vision.
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The main factor that contributes to the decline in vision health is blue light which can cause a disintegration of the retina with prolonged and avid use of screen time and can ultimately lead to macular degeneration. While lights can emit an array of many different colors that are almost invisible to the naked eye, blue light in particular is a shade of light emitted by electronic monitors during usage and studies have proven it to be a main cause of long term vision problems. If someone were to use electronic screens enough over a period of time, it can lead to irreversible eye diseases, such as macular degeneration, which can lead to significant vision loss for an average person in their 50’s or 60’s due to the loss of photo receptors in the retina.
How to Protect Your Eyes
With the month of August being Children’s Eye Health Awareness month, it is the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from the potential damage caused by the over indulgence of screen time. Countless studies have been done and researchers has concluded that the nutrients Lutein and Zeaxanthin are two helpful aids that may be used to protect your vision. If taken properly, these nutrients may help decrease the harmful effects of blue light and other harmful rays that your eyes encounter on a regular basis. These minerals may act as built in sunglasses to shield your eyes and help protect your eyesight. Unfortunately, our eyesight is often something we take for granted but is undoubtedly one of the most important sense that we have; This makes it crucial to be aware of how we are effecting our eyes and the measures we can take to prevent this damage.
Sources:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180808093907.htm
