6 habits that can damage you eyesight

Moneycontrol News January  12, 2024

Smoking

Frequent smoking can lead to eye disorders such as diabetes retinopathy and in turn, impact eyesight.

Lack of sufficient sleep

Sleeping for reduced number of hours regularly can affect eyesight over a long period of time.

Not having enough water

Drinking insufficient amount of water can lead to dehydration and in turn, not produce enough tears to keep eyes moisturised and nourished.

Not wearing sunglasses

Not wearing sunglasses can expose the eyes to harmful ultra-violet rays and in turn impact the eyesight.

Not eating a healthy diet

Eating meals with insufficient fruits and vegetables will not lead sufficient intake of minerals and vitamins and in turn, affect the eye health and impact eyesight.

Staring at the phone

Staring at smartphones and reading small texts for long periods of time can affect the eyesight.