A. WHITE LENSES: these lenses have no reaction whatsoever to uv rays. And They offer minimal protection to radiations..
B. PHOTOCHROMIC LENSES: These lenses become shaded on exposure to UV rays. They transit back again to their white inactive nature when they are withdrawn from the light source. They also reduce the intensity of light that goes into the eyes of the user.
C. BLUE CUT LENSES: The types of lenses help block out harmful blue light from the sun, and digital devices. In addition to the above property, it also possesses all the characteristics of photochromic lenses.
With the advent of technology, it is only pertinent that everyone evolve with the tide.
Technology has gradually crept into and has taken over several sectors in the workforce today. This is a good thing because contrary to the popular opinion, that technology has come to replace humans in the workforce, technology is actually here to enhance and amplify human capabilities. With the rising level of synergistic co-existence between technology and humans, it is only safe to say that technology is here to stay
The vast integration of technology into every sector of human existence have brought about an increased screen time for a large number of the world population. This is because stuffs ranging from school assignments, writing examinations, applying for jobs, conducting interviews, purchasing groceries and so on can be done digitally.
It’s even funny because the use of digital devices has no age restriction as kids and the elderly ones are not left out of this white magic called technology.
The continuous use of these gadgets however comes with its own baggage and one of them is the direct exposure of the eyes to high intensity blue light rays. Symptoms like headache, eye pain, Gritty and peppery sensation, lack of sleep, watery eyes, dizziness and so on have been associated with consistent Exposure to blue light.
Technology has come to stay, and not embracing it simply means kissing your relevance in the workforce goodbye. And ofcourse we can’t allow that to happen so scientists have found ways to trickle down the adverse effects this blue light.
Such measures includes:
1. Ensuring to stay hydrated by drinking enough water to keep your eyes and body hydrated.
2. Adjusting your devices to distances that suits your needs.
3. Using blue light blocking glasses like the blue-cut lens to block harmful blue light from penetrating your eyes.
4. Taking occasional rest from your screen to help your eyes rest and adjust.
5. Getting sufficient sleep daily to help your eyes recover from stress of the previous day.
6. For kids, parents should reduce the kid’s screen time.
Once you start feeling the slightest pain, see a doctor immediately.
Remember that the key to a healthy life is healthy eyes.
