Protecting your eyes from too much screen time is important these days, especially as people spend more and more time using their gadgets.
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You may already be among those users who are becoming lost in time as they scroll through social media platforms endlessly during their free time. However, looking at your smartphone or other gadgets can actually affect your beloved eyes.
According to Dr. Robert C. Layman, the ex-president of the American Optometric Association, eyes are not designed to use digital devices for very long periods.
"As a result, many people who spend long hours reading or working on screens experience eye discomfort and vision problems," he explained.
Eyes Suffer From Too Much Screen Time
According to MakeUseOf's latest report, blue light is one of the main reasons why having too much screen time could harm you.
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Large doses of blue light are coming from the sun, but gadgets also generate small amounts of it. Blue light can make your body feel awake. This is why when people use their smartphones before bed, are commonly experiencing sleep disruptions.
UC Davis Health explained that although blue light exposure from screens is small, the long-term effects of too much screen time are still a concern.
A recent study claimed that around 80% of U.S.-based digital users spend over two hours per day using their gadgets; 67% of them are using two or more devices at the same time.
Overexposure to blue light can cause digital eye strain, as per Layman. This can lead to age-related vision problems if not prevented early.
Safety Habits To Protect Your Eyes
If you want to protect your eyes, then here are the safety habits you need to start practicing:
- Make your font larger. This will give you a more comfortable viewing experience.
- Try using the 20/20/20 rule; every 20 minutes of device usage, take a 20-second break from the screen by looking 20 feet away.
- Of course, limiting your screen time to one to two hours before bedtime should also be practiced.
These are just some of the habits that can help you protect your eyes. You can click here to learn more.
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