Eye protection is very important in today’s digital world. Everyday people are communicating via their computers or mobile devices at work, school and home. However, with the amount of time we are on our electrical devices— it is important to protect our eyes from blue light wavelength. The reason for this is because blue light wavelength produces a higher amount of energy. Studies have suggested that, over time, large exposure to blue light could cause serious damage to your eyes.
Eye Protection While Using Damaging Electric Devices
Types Diseases Possibly Cased By Exposure To Blue Light:
Blue light wavelengths is beneficial during the day because it helps boost attention, reaction times, and mood. However, Blue light is disruptive during the night. For instance, it can affect your sleep and possibly certain diseases due to hormones suppression.
Exposure To Excess Blue Light May Cause:
1. Macular Degeneration
2. Eye Fatigue
3. Dry eyes
4. Sleep Disorders
5. Obesity
6. Diabetes
7. Cancer
8. Heart Disease
Things You Can Do To Protect Your Eyes At Night From Blue Light Exposure:
1. Dim Red Night Light- using a dim red night light can protect your eyes from blue light exposure at night because red light has the least power to shift circadian rhythm and suppress certain hormones.
2. Avoid Looking At Bright Screens- put away your electrical devices 2 to 3 hours before bed.
3. Use A Blocking App- install an app that filters the blue and green wavelength at night.
4. Use Blue Light Eyeglasses- wear blue blocking glasses if you are employed at night and use electronic devices.
Spektrum eyeglasses are designed with 50% of blue light blocking. They have prescription and nonprescription glasses available for people who do not wear eyeglasses. Their frames are fashionable and durable. I own a couple. My favorite is the Cateyes eyeglasses. The frames are black with a dark purple ombre temple (the long arms on the side of the frame that fit over your ears). They fit snug around my ears and look fabulous on my face. I really love the cute stylish graphic cat design in the inside part of the frames. Spectrum also has eyeglasses clips that you can wear on top of your regular eyeglasses if you don’t want to purchase a new pair of eyeglasses. I wear my glasses when I’m watching tv, on my laptop and cellphone at night. It definitely helps my vision and reduces my dry eyes.
I’m one of those people who tend to stick black glasses. I can see myself purchasing these because I really like how the dark purple shade looks almost black.
I know what you mean, Deirdre!
This is an important post. I have a pair of these glasses and they make a tremendous difference on eye fatigue. I might also check out the blocking app. So glad I saw this post!
Thank you for stopping by, Cheryl! Glad to hear it helps you the way it has helped me. 🙂
This post is definitely an eye-opener for me. I never knew how damaging blue light is to our eyes.
I was shocked when I found out too.
You shared a very important informative article with us. Thank you! This is useful for so many of us is on our computers and phones.
You’re welcome, Amrita! 🙂
I’ve seen some cat eye frames and they were too catty and extreme. I never knew cat eye frames could be this cute.
I knew, me neither!
This doesn’t surprise me as I’ve read elsewhere about the effects of being on electrical devices too long. Although I don’t think I have anything on my glasses to protect my eyes from blue light. Will stop the website to view their glasses.
That’s a great idea! 🙂
I never knew how damaging electronics can be for your eyes! I need to check this out!
I was really surprised too, when I found out.
The details on the inside of the frames are really pretty.
I know! Isn’t it so pretty? Glad to hear you like it too, Anna.
I need to see what other styles they offer. Stephen my husband needs a pair because he is always on his laptop.
Yes, they do have styles for men too.
Those eyeglasses are perfection! Love how they protect the eyes too.
I know me too!
Ahh this is really really interesting! I didn’t know how anything about blue light. I don’t wear glasses but now know I need to get some just to protect my eyes.
Glad I was able to help.
I always use glasses with blue lighting blocker. I can feel the difference in my eyes when I don’t have it on.
I feel the same way too.
They look stylish and protect your eyes too? Need to check them out.
It is scary to think how digital devices harm our eyes.
Yes, it is scary.
I need a pair of glasses and these are really nice.
Yes, they are.