10 tips on how to protect eyesight

We all know that the eyes are the mirror of the soul, but few people care about them the way they deserve. In everyday life has so many aspects that can have a negative impact on vision, and it is very important to minimize their impact on our health and how to get rid of bad habits affecting the eye. Remember as a child my mother grumbled, when we sat by the TV is too close? Well, mom was right... But that's not all. So, in this issue you will find 10 tips on how to save his vision.

1. The action of ultraviolet light.

On Sunny days, always wear a hat or sunglasses to protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation. Substituting the eye under the action of UV rays, you run the risk of retinal damage and increase the risk of cataract development. In addition, there is the risk of getting skin cancer on the eyelids. Long exposure of UV on the eye can cause burns of the cornea, because of what the eyes can hurt badly to see and tear.

2. Abuse of vasoconstrictive drops for eyes.

Perhaps these drops make your eyes more attractive, as there is no redness, but this effect is short-lived. Usually these just drops constrict blood vessels, but do not eliminate the cause of the inflammatory process, which could return fairly quickly and stay for a long time.

3. Improper treatment of dry eye.

Many people today suffer from dry eyes, which is a result of hours-long work at the computer, or a long stay in the indoors, in which the air is parched Central heating. To solve the problem of dry eyes, you can use drops. However, eye drops segment of the mass market include preservatives, and their constant use can cause irritation. The best (but most expensive) alternative to artificial tears, especially for those who need to moisten the eye up to four times a day.

4. Too much time in front of the monitor.

Twink helps to distribute fluid over the eye. But when your attention is focused on the monitor, you blink less often. It is estimated that the average adult blinks about 25-30 times per minute. Doctors recommend to blink at least 12-15 times a minute, but when you have a computer, you blink less often. And when the liquid layer of the eye gradually evaporates, there is a feeling that eyes poured sand, and they quickly get tired. The same thing happens when you long to read the ebook in a small carrier. Do not forget from time to time to tear his eyes away from the monitor/books and look at some object in the distance.

5. Lightheadedness in relation to contact lenses.

Be sure to use a special solution for cleaning contact lenses, and never wash with water or saliva. In addition, many ophthalmologists recommend to remove the lens every day. Also, do not wear them in the bathtub, the shower, the pool or the sea. Make your eyes getting enough oxygen, you should never sleep in contact lenses. Ordering contact lenses, first check with your ophthalmologist, or risk getting an eye infection.

6. A habit not to remove make-up before sleep.

Every day is very important to wash off all the makeup (especially around the eyes). It is advisable to do this immediately on arrival home, skin to breathe, because any makeup, even the most high-quality, clog pores. Do not wash the makeup before going to sleep, you not only harm the skin, but also put their eyes at risk of infection.

7. The lack of habit to wear safety glasses.

Wear safety glasses should not only during swimming in chlorine water. The eye is the most vulnerable place, you can very easily stay without sight. So safety glasses are always included in the equipment of the workers, especially those who handle details mechanically. But it is also recommended to wear eye protection even at home, especially when performing potentially dangerous Affairs: repair, rearrange the furniture, cooking, gardening work. The ingress of debris, dust, hot steam, earth, insects, tree branches can injure eyes and in severe cases to deprive precious view.

8. Smoking.

Smoking is injurious to eyesight. It increases the risk of developing cataracts, because it hinders the body's ability to supply nutrients and oxygen to the tissues of the eye.

9. Irregular visits to the optometrist.

It is recommended to regularly go to a specialist, especially if you have problems with high blood pressure or diabetes. If left untreated diabetes can lead to blindness.

10. Ignoring symptoms

Do not think that red eyes, increased sensitivity to light, pain or blurred vision, will themselves. All this may indicate a serious health problem, and therefore to ignore these symptoms it is impossible in any case. Go to the optometrist to check your vision.