Just like any health checkup, it is important to get your eyes checked regularly. Making sure you are doing all you can to keep your eyes healthy is important but there are many myths out there that can make this difficult. Read on to put some of the top eyesight myths into perspective.
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Wearing the Wrong Glasses Will Hurt Your Eyes
This is only a true statement for a very small percentage of people. For example, children who have corrective eye problems should definitely wear the proper glasses. However, it is important to understand that corrective glasses and contacts are used to improve eyesight. Not wearing your glasses will not do further damage.
Reading in Low Light Hurts Your Eyes
Reading in light that is too low or dim, will cause your eyes to become fatigued, but it will not damage your vision permanently. Reading in dim light is not a great idea because it can cause you to have a slight headache, and as your eyes become tired your vision may become a bit blurry. However, this is not permanent.
Eating Carrots Improves Vision
Carrots are definitely a great source of Vitamin A and beta-carotene. However, just a small amount of Vitamin A is actually necessary for good vision. It doesn’t matter how many carrots you eat, it will not drastically improve your eyesight. But they are part of a healthy and well-balanced diet.
An Exam is Only Necessary if You Are Having Problems
As with any potential health issue, everybody should get regular eye exams, even if they are not having any noticeable problems. It’s just like going to the dentist. If you wait until you have a cavity or an infection, then the issue becomes painful and expensive. Regular eye exams can help to keep your eyes healthy and your vision clear.
Watching Too Much TV Can Damage Your Eyes
There is absolutely no proof that watching television for too long or sitting too close to the TV will damage your eyes permanently. You may notice your kids sitting close to the television and this is not something you should be overly concerned with. Children are able to focus on objects that are closer more easily than adults. As an adult, if you have to hold a book at arm’s length or examine that restaurant menu from across the table then you understand what we’re talking about here. However, if you find yourself needing to sit close to any object to see it better, you might be nearsighted and you should definitely talk to your doctor.
There is Nothing You Can Do to Prevent Losing Your Sight
It is true that as we age, our eyesight can naturally deteriorate. However, you can slow this process down through eating a healthy diet, wearing protective eye gear, such as goggles or sunglasses and by having regular eye exams.
Crossing Your Eyes Will Make Them Stay That Way
This is something you may have told your kids to get them to stop crossing their eyes to get a laugh out of you. But, this is actually not true. Your eyes will naturally return to their normal placement and no permanent damage will be done.
Staring at the Computer All Day Will Ruin Your Eyes
Staring at anything for an extended period of time typically causes us to blink bless frequently which can cause dry eyes and fatigue, however, it won’t permanently impact our vision. Experts recommend taking “breaks” regularly where you take your eyes off the computer screen a focus on something else for a few seconds. This will help you blink more and get some moisture back into your eyes and help reduce strain and fatigue.
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