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Health, Lifestyle · February 15, 2023

What causes dry eyes and irritation in the home?

Many people suffer from dry eyes. It’s not particularly dangerous, but it can cause extreme discomfort for any individual.

There may be factors in your home that are causing your dry eyes without you realising. This article will outline the main causes of dry eyes and how you can prevent them.

Dry eyes in the home

Smoking

Frequent exposure to tobacco smoke can cause your eyes to dry out. Smoking can cause the quality of the air to change, leading to irritate the film of your eye.

If you regularly smoke, or you live with someone who smokes, the contaminated air will linger and cause itchy, dry eyes that lead to stinging.

Computer screens

Using your smartphone or staring at a computer screen for hours decreases the number of times your eye blinks, which can lead to tear evaporation and result in dry eye syndrome.

Regularly staring at screens can also have a long-term effect on your vision, with symptoms including headaches, blurred vision, eye fatigue and dryness. That’s why it’s important to take regular breaks throughout the day to avoid any lasting damage.

Cold dusty environments

Be sure to regularly clean your home and remove any dust where possible, as this can lodge into your tear film, effecting the moist layer that lubricates the eye.

Spending lots of time amongst dust and poor air quality will cause your eyes to inflame, as this is the immune system’s natural reaction to pollutants.

Preventing dry eyes

Healthy eating

Eating a healthy and balanced diet can help your eyes stay healthy, preventing any dryness. For instance, oily fish has rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which is said to help reverse the symptoms of dry eyes.

Nuts are another great source of omega-3 and contain high levels of vitamin E, which helps to maintain healthy skin and eyes, plus strengthens the body’s natural defence against illness.

Eye protection

Your eyes are the most delicate organs in your body. It’s crucial that we take the precautionary measures to keep them free from irritants.

Wearing sunglasses regularly can help protect your eyes from strong UV rays emitted from the sun. Too much exposure to UV light can harm your eyes and increase the risk of disease.

Take a break

If you wear contact lenses, you’ll know how important they are in everyday life. However, it’s vital to give our eyes a break now and then, especially if you wear them for hours on end.

Avoid falling asleep in your contact lenses and be sure to give your eyes the freedom to breathe, switching up your routine by wearing glasses at least once a week.

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