As eye is the most important organ, we need proper protection and care specially for computer professionals. Some small and easy exercises are given below.
1. Blink your eyes as much as you can. While you keep your eyes closed, roll your eyeballs both clockwise and anticlockwise and take a deep breath. Open your eyes gradually while releasing your breath. This can lasts for a minutes and repeat it three times before work.
2. While working for long hours, look at distant objects beyond twenty feet. Try this breaks for about 5 to ten minutes every hour.
3. Rub your palms against each other till you feel them warm. Then, lightly cup your eyes with your warmth palms and relax for 60 second. Repeat this exercise two to three times whenever your eyes feel tired. Your warmth palms helps soothe and relax tired eyes.
4. Splash water on your face while closing your eyes during breaks. This has an overall relaxing effect and helps you feel refreshed.
5. Take a stroll outside your office for a few minutes in the break. This will give your eyes a much-needed break and get them fresh air.
6. Keep two used tea bags in the refrigerator before you leave for work. Once you are home, place the tea bags on your eyes for a few minutes as you relax. This not only soothes tired eyes, but also reduces puffiness.
7. Drink plenty of water.8. Incorporate Vitamins A, C, and E on a daily basis; eat citrus fruits, green leafy veggies, tomatoes, spinach, poultry and dairy products. Pack a box of chopped carrots, cucumber and fresh fruits and munch in-between meals at the office.