#230: Digital Eye Strain Relief is Here
Every day, we rely on digital devices, phones, computers, and tablets, to stay connected, productive, and entertained. But with constant screen time comes digital eye strain, a condition that can leave your eyes feeling dry, tired, and unfocused.
The good news? You don’t have to suffer. By following three simple steps: Prepare, Perform, and Preserve, you can support your eyes and keep them feeling comfortable all day long. You can download the Guide to Digital Eye Strain Relief here.
Step 1: Prepare – Set Your Eyes Up for Success
Before diving into your screen time, prepare your eyes by giving them the hydration they need.
💧 Boost Hydration with The Dry Eye Drink – Drinking plain water isn’t always enough to keep your body and eyes hydrated. Adding a hydration supplement like The Dry Eye Drink can increase absorption by three times, helping your body retain more moisture and produce healthier tears.
👀 Position Your Screen Correctly – Adjust your monitor or phone so that it’s at eye level and an arm’s length away to reduce strain on your neck and eyes.
Step 2: Perform – Support Your Eyes While You Work
Once you're in the middle of screen time, it's important to actively prevent strain by giving your eyes the breaks and moisture they need.
🔄 Blink with Purpose – Every 20 minutes, take a quick break to BLINK for at least 20 seconds. This helps squeeze important oils from the oil glands in your lids. This oils coat your eyes with a protective layer which keeps them feeling moisturized and your vision from blurring,
🌿 Refresh Your Eyes with a Dry Eye Spray – A quick spritz of Optase Dry Eye Spray can instantly hydrate your eyes without the hassle of eye drops. Simply spray it onto closed eyelids, and let the moisture soak in.
Step 3: Preserve – Protect Your Vision for Tomorrow
After a long day of screen time, preserve your eye health by taking care of your meibomian glands, which produce the oils that keep your tears stable.
🔥 Use a Warm Compress Mask – The Unclog Mask uses infrared heat to penetrate deep into your oil glands, melting blockages and improving tear quality. Unlike traditional warm compresses, you don’t need a microwave—just plug it into a USB port and let it do the work.
💤 Get Quality Sleep – Adults need a consistent 7 - 9 hours of rest each night to allow your body to repair and replenish. Set a bedtime and stick to it every night. Your body, and your eyes, will thank you for it.
CONCLUSION: Small Steps, Big Results
By following these three simple steps
- Prepare: Set up you workstation for success
- Perform: Keep your eyes moisturized with quick blinking breaks
- Preserve: Allow your body to recover each night with restful sleep
By keeping these steps in mind before you sit down to work on your computer or phone, you can prevent digital eye strain and keep your vision clear and your eyes comfortable.
You can download the Guide to Digital Eye Strain Relief here.
