Some steps that you can take to decrease your chances of getting dry eyes include:
- Use humidifiers to add moisture to the air at work and at home.
- Wear sunglasses when going outside to protect your eyes from the dry wind and air.
- Take “eye breaks” while working on the computer.
- Eat food rich in omega-3-fatty acid (commonly found in fish and vegetable oils) and Vitamin A.
- Drink plenty of water each day.
References:
1. Fiscella, Richard and Michael Jensen. APhA Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs: Chapter 28 Ophthalmic Disorders. 16th Edition, Washington DC: American Pharmacists Association, 2009.
2. American Optometric Association. Dry Eye. Available at: http://www.aoa.org/x4717.xml. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
3. Keenan, John MD. Dry Eyes. September 26, 2009. Available at: http://www.webmd.com/eye-health/eye-health-dry-eyes. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
4. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Dry Eyes. June 12, 2010. Available at: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dry-eyes/DS00463. Accessed on September October 28, 2011.
5. Vorvick, Linda and David Zieve. Lacrimal Gland. October 31, 2009. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/19671.htm. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
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