Oak pollen is Houston’s MVP—most vicious pollen. But what does that mean, especially now during the peak of allergy season? Oak, ragweed, and cedar make allergy season unbearable, particularly for those with eye allergies.
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So how do you know that you have eye allergies? Symptoms include red, scratchy eyes, which can worsen if your job involves long periods in front of a computer screen. Extended computer use adds extra stress to your eyes, so setting boundaries with screen time is important.
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Here are five tips to help you manage allergy season and get your work done without dry eyes:
- Set Boundaries for Computer Time: Take frequent breaks. Look away from your screen every 20 minutes to reduce strain.
- Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate: Spring temperatures rise, but many don’t drink enough water compared to summer, leading to higher dehydration risks.
- Exercise Your Eyes: Believe it or not, “eye yoga” can relax your eye muscles and improve circulation after computer work. Try rolling your eyes in circles or covering them with warm hands for 30 seconds.
- Adjust Your Screen Settings: Lower the brightness, increase font size, or consider a blue light filter to minimize strain.
- Blink, Blink, Blink: Blink 10 times every 15 minutes to rehydrate your