![]() ![]() That’s why Khurana doesn’t recommend any special eyewear for daily computer use. “We keep on thinking about blue light from our computers and smartphones, but the reality is that we get more exposure to blue light from the sun.” Essentially, it’s not the blue light that’s making your eyes feel bad after a day of staring at the computer it’s staring at a screen for hours without breaks. As a result, a cottage industry of blue-light-filtering glasses has emerged.Īccording to Rahul Khurana, an ophthalmologist and clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, digital eye strain and the negative effects of blue light on your eyes are two separate concerns. According to a survey by the Vision Council, a group that represents eyeglasses manufacturers, almost 60 percent of Americans experience some symptoms of digital eye strain due to extended time in front of a screen (and that was even before the pandemic started). If you’ve ever suffered from dry, irritated eyes after a long day of staring at your computer, you may have been tempted to purchase a pair of blue-light-blocking glasses. Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photos: Retailers
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