The average American spends more than 10 hours a day interacting with a smartphone or computer screen, and too much screen time may wreak havoc on your eyes. Digital eye strain, computer vision syndrome and visual fatigue are a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer or tablet and cellphone use. People who spend an extended amount of time staring at screens experience eye discomfort, vision problems, dry eyes, eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, and neck and shoulder pain. According to The Vision Council, 59% of American adults report experiencing symptoms of digital eye strain. Dehydration and...

Whether you work in an office or at home, you are probably spending a lot of time staring at computer screens. And, it may be wreaking havoc on your eyes, causing inflammation and dry eyes. According to Neilsen, the average person consumes five times more information every day than we did 50 years ago and spends nearly 12 hours a day in front of a smartphone, TV, and computer screen. Researchers have found that our obsession with screens can significantly impact our eyesight, especially when doing activities that demand intense concentration. Staring at computer screens during large portions of your...

More than 4 million Americans suffer from dry eyes experiencing frequent bouts of redness, burning and blurred vision with little option other than turning to expensive eye drops and other topical medications to prevent the discomfort caused by dry eyes. Many of these costly solutions hurt your pocketbook while relieving symptoms only temporarily. But did you know that consuming a proper diet can help to relieve symptoms of dry eyes naturally, saving you money while boosting your health? Here are some tips that can help to prevent dry eyes and boost your health. Because each one of us has a...