4 Ways to Relieve Eye Strain

Have you been experiencing eye strain lately? Eye strain is a very common condition in 
adults, and it appears that it is becoming a more common thing for a lot of people. This 
is most likely due to the recent changes in habits of people where viewing different 
types of media for as much as 6 hours a day has become a normal part of a routine. 
Fortunately, there are a wide range of things that you can do to prevent or lessen the 
effects of eyes strain, and this article will be exploring a few of them. 

Hydrate Well Throughout the Day 

Sometimes, your eye health can be changed by a small modification in the amount of 
liquids that you intake in a day. Making sure that you are properly hydrated can help to 
reduce the amount of eye irritation that you experience, because having your eyes open 
during the day dries out your eyes, and if you haven’t been properly hydrated, it’s a lot 
more difficult for your body to help your eyes to remain properly moistened. Make sure 
that you get enough water, and less sugary soft drinks in your daily liquid intake. 

Get Some Brighter Lights

One thing that a lot of people fail to realize is that their lighting might not be adequate 
enough to carry out daily tasks. In an attempt to save money, some people purchase 
very low wattage bulbs. Many of these bulbs will save money, but sacrifice the health of 
your eyes resulting in straining to focus while reading, viewing entertainment, taking 
care of chores and other activities. There are a variety of stronger low wattage bulbs 
available, so you can raise the amount of power until the lighting is sufficient for daily 
life. If you are able to afford it, you can also make adjustments to your home to 
accommodate more natural light entering the home. 

Rest Your Eyes Frequently 

It’s always a good idea to take some time to rest your eyes. This can be done in a 
variety of ways. You can take naps, but you can also take time to cover your eyes with 
your hands. This gives your eyes a chance to rest without having to adjust any muscles 
for a short period of time. You can even buy an eye cover for short breaks so that you 
can have your hands free. 

Talk to Your Eye Doctor

If you’ve been doing your best to care for your eyes and they have been persistently 
sore and in pain, then it would be a really good idea to go to your doctor to get checked 
out. Eye pain and soreness can be a sign of many other types of illness such as 
infection, so you will want to catch it quickly before it becomes a more serious issue. 

