It’s recommended:

go to the doctor for inspection every two years. Children and pensioners should have a check every year;

work and write in sufficient light;

the eyes should reste at least 30 minutes when you read, when you use the computer or when you look at distant objects;

use the eye protection when you work with caustic chemicals substances, wood or powerful machines;

use the special glasses for sports where you could hurt your eyes;

wear the sunglasses when you need;

use the goggles in the pool or other water whose purity is questionable.

It’s not recommended:

don’t look at the sun directly, as you might be tempted to do it during eclipses. Even when the sun can affect the eye;

Do not wipe your eyes with your hands trying to remove a foreign object. Blink and wash your eyes with cold water. If you can’t see, consult a doctor.

Here are seven steps that you can follow to keep your eyes healthy.

Healthy Eating

Some foods that help you keep your eyes healthy are: spinach, cabbage, leeks, avocados, peaches and blueberries. Cold water fish such as tuna, mackerel, sardines are excellent sources of omega-3 recommended for eye health.

Do not skip sleep hours

Sleep help eyes to rest. Lack of sleep and fatigue can lead to sensitive eyes, red, irritated and bloodshot. To remove these symptoms caused by lack of sleep can apply cool compresses (a pack of tea ice cream or slices of cucumber) on the eye while you on sit your back and relax for 10 minutes.

Quit smoking

Risk of eye problems is higher among smokers. According to studies, smokers are two times more likely to lose their vision with the age than nonsmokers.