We all how people these days are getting too reliant on their digital devices. And we also know that too much screen time may be dangerous, regardless of whether you leave the TV on all the time, or your family spends the entire day glued to their smartphones.  It is alarming and downright frustrating.

Aside from the well-known negative effects like behavior and educational problems, interrupted sleeping patterns, violent emotions, family relationships, and even obesity, TOO much screen time can lead to other health problems. The most notorious health issues are caused by blue lights.

They are:

• Digital eye strain
• Migraine and severe headaches
• Blurry vision
• Lost focus
• Loss of appetite
• Mood swings

These are only some of the harmful effects of blue lights on us. We could spend an hour or two talking about it.

Over time, repeated exposure to blue lights may harm retinal cells and result in vision issues including age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, it may increase the risk of cataracts, eye cancer, and growths on the transparent layer that covers the white area of the eye. If these health issues don’t alarm you, I do not know what will.

 

 

Since the pandemic started, we have all rely on our digital devices heavily. Yes, that heavy. We associate almost everything we do with it. From waking up, reading our messages and notifications, finding nearby restaurants, checking the weather, talking with our coworkers, and connecting us with the people we love. We cannot deny that digital devices have taken over our life now. Of course, it is convenient and user friendly and it gives us everything we need with just a simple click.
            But have you ever wondered how reliant we really are? On a scale of 1-10, how dependent are you? Are you now worried?

Do we need a break? Would a digital detox before bed help us? Are our eyes in danger? Are we compromising our health? YES! We need a break. Our bodies get tired, too. We all know how damaging it is and it is a common fact that blue lights hurt our health.

Here are some of the reasons why we should think about digital curfew:

1. BETTER SLEEPING PATTERN
2. REDUCES STRESS AND MOOD SWINGS
3. IMPROVES CONCENTRATION
4. GIVES US MORE TIME WITH OUR FAMILY

 

We, humans, have to maintain our mental health and be in harmony with our surroundings. We all know that sleep is one of the primary elements of our day that interferes with this harmony. Some of the factors are; lack of physical exercise, poor sleep routine, excessive coffee use (exceeding the advised cups per day), and in recent years, artificial light consumption and exposure, particularly blue lights, have been the main external factors that disrupt our sleep. We all also know that blue light is the most dangerous color of visible light for the human visual system since it primarily impacts our eyes and internal clock. It causes eye fatigue, dryness of the eyes, tiredness, and blurry visions, and can even lead to blindness when left unnoticed for a long period of time. Since lack of sleep is related to the negative effects of blue lights, Insomnia will be the first thing that will come to our mind. Insomnia, which is the feeling or one of the consequences of not getting enough sleep, has increased recently, especially in children and teenagers since they rely on their digital devices for their online classes. This should alarm everyone since the younger generations are at risk. Installing an anti-blue light screen protector would be a great idea for everyone!

Does your home have a digital curfew? Do you limit their screen time and usage of their digital devices? You might reconsider your choices and implement a digital curfew as soon as possible. There is a convincing reason to have teenagers stop using their electronics or watching TV before night, despite how challenging it may be to accomplish this. These screens' blue light can prevent the pineal gland from secreting melatonin (sleep hormone) at the proper time. As a result, by preventing tiredness and resetting the body's internal clock to a later time, the blue light emitted can boost alertness. Teenagers, whose circadian cycles are already naturally altering and making them feel awake later in the evening, are particularly affected by this serious issue. They are also more susceptible than adults to the negative effects of light. As a result, blue lights from electronics may contribute significantly to children's sleep problems. And apparently, children's moods and emotions are affected, too. To encourage kids' bodies to begin producing more melatonin, which will promote sleep and decrease alertness before night, get them to turn off their electronics, including the TV, an hour or two before bedtime. Make it a habit and you will surely see a huge difference. IMPLEMENENT A DIGITAL CURFEW NOW!

It is a known fact that blue lights are everywhere and devices that emit blue lights are everywhere, too. And we all know how damaging it is to our health and especially to our eyes. Now, let cut the story short and get to the point. An increased risk of age-related macular degeneration was one of the "phototoxic effects" of blue light exposure, according to a 2019 report from the French Agency for Food, Environmental, and Occupational Health and Safety (ANSES). The study found that blue light-blocking eyewear and filters might not offer adequate defense against these and other negative consequences. Another study to consider is, LED radiation can harm the retina in an irreversible manner, according to a 2012 Spanish study, too. Let us also consider the screen time and the risk factors that contribute to screen time include (two of the many risks): 1. Poor Sleep - a decrease in melatonin secretion, disrupted sleep and wake cycles, and increased morning grogginess have all been linked to screen usage before bed. 2. Digital Eye Strain or DES - is more of a set of symptoms brought on by spending too much time staring at a screen. Install one now before it is too late for your eyes! Stay healthy!