Beautiful eyes enhance our appearance and help us enjoy the world’s wonders. To keep vision sharp with age, it’s important to protect the eyes from disease, reduce strain, and nourish them with the right habits and nutrition.
Improve Eyesight With Age: Practical Eye Care Tips
- Keep eyes clean: Rinse gently with cool water 3–4 times a day to remove dust and irritants.
- Soothe tired eyes: Place cotton pads soaked in rose water over closed eyes for 10 minutes.
- Palming for relaxation: Rub palms to warm them, then cup over closed eyes for 30–60 seconds to relieve strain.
- Eat Vitamin-A–rich foods: Include milk, butter, carrots, tomatoes, papaya, eggs, ghee, and leafy green vegetables to support the retina and low-light vision.
- Schedule eye check-ups: Even without symptoms, get periodic exams to catch issues early.
- Sleep 7–8 hours: Quality sleep restores the tear film and reduces dryness and redness.
- Almond oil massage: Lightly massage under-eye skin with a drop of almond oil to improve circulation and reduce dark circles.
- Protect outdoors: Wear UV-blocking sunglasses and protective glasses in dust, wind, or bright sun.
- Work in proper lighting: Read and use screens only in adequate, glare-free light to avoid eye strain.
- Use quality eye makeup: Choose reputable brands, avoid sharing products, and remove makeup before sleep.
- Limit continuous screen time: Follow the 20-20-20 rule—every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds; don’t watch TV in a dark room.
- Mind diabetes: Uncontrolled diabetes can damage eyesight; keep sugars in range and get regular retinal exams.
- Anti-wrinkle care: If needed, apply creams with Vitamin C or green tea extract to help prevent circles and fine lines.
- Go easy on kajal/surma: Heavy or frequent use can irritate eyes; apply minimally and hygienically.
- Ergonomic setup: Adjust chair and screen so the top of the monitor is at or slightly below eye level to reduce strain.
Daily Mini-Routine for Eye Health
- Morning: Rinse eyes, 5 minutes of palming, and a serving of Vitamin-A–rich foods (e.g., carrots or leafy greens).
- Work hours: 20-20-20 rule, proper lighting, and blink often to prevent dryness.
- Evening: Gentle rose-water compress if eyes feel tired; remove makeup completely; aim for 7–8 hours of sleep.
When to Seek Medical Care
See an eye specialist promptly for persistent redness, pain, light sensitivity, sudden blurred or double vision, floaters/flashes, or if you have diabetes or high blood pressure and notice any vision change.
Consistent hygiene, smart screen habits, UV protection, and nutrient-dense foods can help keep your eyesight comfortable and clear as you age.
