subject: Top Eye Protection Tips For All Ages [print this page] Have you been experiencing eye irritation lately? It is best that you put some attention to those much valued eyes before serious vision problems come creeping up. Take on eye care habits that will help ensure that you maintain a healthy vision for many years to come.
If you are already in your 40's, make sure that you get a baseline eye-disease screening. This is to make sure that you are not dealing with any serious eye problems. It is important that you shield your eyes from the sun's ultraviolet rays as they cause serious eye problems like skin cancer, near sightedness and eye diseases. Wear eye protection, like sunglasses, when you are outdoors or when you are driving. Make sunglasses a basic staple in your car.
It's time that you do a makeover on your workspace. Working with computers for long hours can cause eye strain headaches, dry, tired and aching eyes. You can prevent all these by positioning your computer so that it is neither too near nor too far from you. You should also invest in one of those anti-glare screen filters you would usually find in office supply shops.
Eye care can be as simple as looking away from your computer every now and then. The idea is that you need to give your eyes their much needed rest.
It's time that you work up a sweat. Exercise regularly. You need to maintain a healthy figure to make sure that you don't acquire health problems that could eventually lead to visual impairment. Half an hour of aerobic exercise at least three times a week may be all that you need to ensure that you keep your eyesight until old age.
Get a good dose of green leafy vegetables like kale, collard greens and spinach. They work great at reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) as they contain seaxanthin and lutein, which are great antioxidants. You should also ensure you eat foods rich with vitamins C and E, zinc and beta-carotene. Don't miss the omega-3s in fish. You will get this from tuna or salmon. Two servings a week should make for a healthier you. And it's true what they say carrots are good for your eyes. The beta-carotene found in carrots will help you preserve your night vision.
Make sure that your eyes are well lubricated. This is especially important if you are already in your menopausal years as your eyes tend to dry easily. As you age, your natural tear production decreases and your reduced hormone levels exacerbate the dryness even more. The result is that your eyes become easily susceptible to eye irritation caused by contact lenses, medications and environmental factors such as dust.
If you feel that your eye irritation is persisting, go and have your local doctor or GP check your eyes for any problems. You may be dealing with a serious eye infection, which can require medication or other eye treatments to heal. It is important that you practice these eye protection tips before any real problem arises.
