WHO recommends 5 simple ways to protect your eyes

Here are five tips recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) to keep your eyes healthy:

1. Regular eye exams to protect your eyes

Regular eye exams are an important preventative step in maintaining healthy eyes. Everyone should have their eyes checked regularly, even young children. Eye exams can detect and diagnose eye problems early and even cure them, says the WHO. When detected early, diseases are easier to treat.

Regular eye exams are an important preventative step toward healthy eyes.

2. Take regular breaks when working with computers

Staring at a computer or phone screen for too long can cause: Eye strain, blurred vision, dry eyes, headaches, neck, back and shoulder pain…

For those who have to work long hours near a TV screen, laptop or mobile phone, take frequent breaks to protect eye health.

Rest your eyes every 20 minutes, looking about 6 meters away for 20 seconds. Stand up at least every 2 hours and rest for 15 minutes.

Also, when working at a computer, move the monitor so that your eyes are level with the top of the screen (allowing you to look down slightly at the screen); try to avoid glare from windows and lamps (use an anti-glare screen if necessary); choose a comfortable, supportive chair. Position the chair so that your feet are flat on the floor.

3. Wear protective clothing

If you are working with dangerous tools and chemicals, for example using welding tools or strong chemicals, which can cause serious damage to the eyes. In these cases, workers need to wear protective clothing and/or goggles… to prevent eye injuries.

Sports such as ice hockey, lacrosse, and field hockey can also cause eye injuries. Wear eye protection. Helmets with face shields or sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses will help protect your eyes.

4. Wear UV-blocking sunglasses to protect your eyes

Wearing sunglasses when you go outside is a great way to keep your eyes healthy. Strong UV rays can damage your eyes, causing irritation and other eye problems.

A good pair of sunglasses will help protect your eyes from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays. Too much exposure to UV rays increases your risk of cataracts and macular degeneration.

Choose a pair of glasses that block 99% to 100% of UVA and UVB rays. Wraparound lenses provide side protection. If you wear contact lenses, some of which have UV protection, you should still wear sunglasses for an extra layer of protection.

Wearing sunglasses is a very safe step for your eye health when going out.

5. Quit smoking

Many studies have shown that smoking can lead to age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, and even dry eye syndrome. This is why WHO recommends that you quit smoking to take care of your eye health.

Also, pay attention to the nutrients you consume every day. Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zinc, vitamins C and E can help prevent age-related vision problems such as macular degeneration and cataracts. To get them, fill your plate with:

• Green leafy vegetables like spinach, kale and collard greens
• Salmon, tuna and other oily fish
• Eggs, nuts, beans and other non-meat protein sources
• Oranges and other citrus fruits or juices
• Oysters and pork...

A balanced diet also helps you maintain a healthy weight, reducing your risk of obesity and related diseases like type 2 diabetes, the leading cause of blindness in adults.

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