Not wearing sunglasses
But don’t just opt for sunglasses on warm sunny days. The sun’s rays can also penetrate through the clouds on an overcast day. Wear sunglasses year-round. Look for a style that covers the sides of your eyes and provides close to 100 percent UV protection.
Smoking
Not taking breaks from the computer
Rubbing your eyes harshly
Skipping sunscreen around your eyes
Eating a diet high in sugar
Some of the foods that contain added sugar may surprise you, such as bread, salad dressing, and cottage cheese. Be sure to read food labels and talk to your doctor about how many daily grams of sugar are right for you.
Not using eye protection
Making changes to your daily habits takes time. Not all changes stick right away but try to implement one small change every few weeks. Even changing a few bad habits can help protect your eyes.
By making some changes you may reduce your risk of developing eye problems. We are happy to provide more information. Also, if you would like to ask whether an appointment with one of our eye doctors would be appropriate at this time, call our office at 508-746-8600.