Maintaining healthy eyes is vital for enjoying life to the fullest, performing well in various activities, detecting potential health issues, and safeguarding your vision as you age. Here are 4 tips about keeping your eyes healthy:
Schedule regular eye tests- Book eyes tests with your optician to monitor your vision and detect any eye issues early on
Protect your eyes from the sun- Wear sunglasses that provide 100% protection from the sun’s UV rays, as prolonged exposure increases the risk to eye conditions such as cataracts
Practice the 20-20-20 rule- Give your eyes a break! If you’re spending extended periods of time looking at a screen or reading, take a break for 20 minutes. Then look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds as this helps reduce eye strain.
Maintain a balanced diet- It’s important to nourish your eyes with the right nutrients, eating food that are rich in Vitamin A, C and E support eye health
Source: Caribbean & African Health Network Newsletter
