My day usually involves 10-12 hours of looking at a computer monitor. From writing this blog to creating various designs for web sites, by the end of the day my eyes are exhausted, dry and aching. If you find yourself in the same position, there are a several ways to relieve and refresh your eyes naturally.
Prevent Tired Eyes
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jennifer said,
February 6, 2007 @ 4:15 pm
GREAT post! I find myself getting tired eyes lately so I needed this one! Thanks a bunch! Jennifer
popseoul said,
February 10, 2007 @ 5:07 am
WOW- great post! Thanks for the tips! I totally need to hear something like this. I suffer from tired eyes every day….
popseoul said,
February 10, 2007 @ 5:19 am
oh, I also have been upping on the supplements as well – vit A and B-complex, bilberry. It seems to help with getting rid of the redness….
Constantin said,
February 10, 2007 @ 1:37 pm
A related tip:
With a marker, make a dot on a glass window. Then at least once an hour, stop working, go to the window and to this:
1. focus on the dot on the glass
2. focus on what you see out the window (“below” the dot)
3. repeat.
I’ve heard that doing this quickly for a few minutes helps prevent myopia, but I’m not a doctor so I can’t tell.
d.i.y naturally said,
February 10, 2007 @ 4:54 pm
Tired eyes are the worst. I get headaches and my body and mind just seem to follow, making me sleepy and unable to focus on anything important.
d.i.y naturally said,
February 10, 2007 @ 4:56 pm
Preventing myopia – I’ll have to try that one out! Thanks for the tip.
talullah said,
February 10, 2007 @ 5:39 pm
Great tips. I know I sit in front of the screen for hours and suffer from tired eyes all the time. I will definately use your tips.
azhar said,
February 18, 2008 @ 12:14 am
hi! thx for the post! Do these methods help to reduce eye redness? i spend over 5hrs a day in front of the computer screen n my eyes are always red, how can i get rid of the redness? i tried using eyedrops but it removes the redness temporarily.
d.i.y. naturally said,
February 18, 2008 @ 12:30 am
Azhar –
Red eyes are usually a result of dehydration and not enough rest, especially rest from looking at the computer. To help, you can try drinking more water and eating more fruits and vegetables like cucumber, tomatoes, pears, that contain a lot of water.
Also, I would suggest taking a 10 minute brake from the computer every hour.
Restful sleep will also help with red, tired eyes. For the best sleep I would suggest turning off the tv, all lights and get yourself on a regular sleeping schedule.
If you are one that likes to sleep with the tv on this could be preventing your from getting good sleep because the tv actually keeps your mind awake even if you think you are asleep.
A good 8 hours of sleep is what everyone needs, no matter your age.
toolika said,
June 25, 2008 @ 11:16 pm
The Hot wash cold wash tip really works.
For giving warmth to the eye for quick relief just take acotton cloth iron it and place it hot on ur eyelid (for 2-3 mts). Reapeat process foe 5-7 mts.
It does sooth your eyes.
For better results lie down with closed eyes for 10 mts. It will relax both ur eyes and body.
(For wonderful results pour two drops of lavender oil.It is great stress reliever)
toolika