Protecting Your Eyes From Sun



Sunlight emitted from sun in the atmosphere has many benefits but overexposure to sunlight can cause damage to critical parts of the human body. The sun emits various kinds of light i.e. ultra-violet (UV) light, blue light and intense light and frequent direct exposure to ultra violet light is detrimental to eyes. Therefore, it is essential to take precautions to avoid direct exposure to sunlight.

UV rays are electromagnetic radiation of which only about 3% reach the earth, as a result of filtering through the ozone layer. The wavelength of UV light is shorter than that of visible light. Constant exposure to UV light has adverse effects on our eyes.

Someone has rightly quoted,A stitch in time saves nine and this holds true for eye care too. Preventive care is the best way to keep our vision in good condition for a long time. Ayurvedic eye drops, Extended periods of exposure to UV light can cause eye disorders such as:
  • Age-related macular degeneration – macular damage that affects vision loss among older people
  • Age-related cataract - gradual clouding of the eye lens
  • Pterygium - growth on the white part of the eye
  • Skin cancer - cancer around the eyelids
  • Photokeratitis - corneal sunburn due to long hours of exposure.
Jiwadaya Netraprabha is a medicine which provides a cooling and soothing effect to the eyes as well as protects the eyes from dryness and damage.

Tips to Protect Eyes from Sunlight
Follow these guidelines and ensure eye safety:-
  • Wear Sunglasses with UV protection that completely block UV rays
  • Wear a cap or hat to protect eyes from UV rays exposure from top.
  • Wear UV protected contact lenses and glasses
  • Do not focus eyes directly towards to the sun. This is extremely harmful.
  • Avoid going out in the summer between late morning and afternoon if your eyes are sensitive to sunlight
  • Adults and children are equally affected. Every family member should take preventive measures.
  • While, wearing sunglasses or using shielding screens may provide some protection, our eyes also need TLC with lubrication that helps calm and soothe them. Use of a lubricating eye drop on a regular basis may help safeguard our eyesight.
Jiwadaya Netraprabha eye drops is an Ayurvedic medicine for eyes that can be incorporated as part of your ophthalmic  care. It is a lubricant that provides a cooling and soothing effect to the eye and also helps prevent dryness and damage.  It helps protect and preserve vision for a long time.

Caring For Your Vision

Eyes serve as a means for the development of our perceptions of the world. They are an important asset and vision is one of the essential functions of human body. It is this asset that we tend to neglect more often. Our eyes are subject to insults such ultra-violet (UV) rays, pollution and strain as a result of working long hours in front of the computer. While, wearing sunglasses or using shielding screens may provide some protection, our eyes also need TLC with lubrication that helps calm and soothe them. Use of a lubricating eye drop on a regular basis may help safeguard our eyesight.

Eyesight is our gateway to the external environment and it is crucial to protect it from any damaging components on a long term basis.Taking proper care of your eyes, To keep your eyes in the best possible condition, here are some tips for healthy eyes:-
- Follow a regular regime of ophthalmic care - schedule yearly eye exams.
- Do not ignore even a small problem with your eyes and consult a doctor immediately.
- Take proper precautions to prevent eye injuries when participating in outdoor activities as well as while doing physical work such as in a factory, etc. 
- Do yoga exercises for the eyes.
- Rest your eyes intermittently during the day.
- Cleanse your eyes periodically.
- Lubricate your eyes regularly to prevent damage as a result of dryness


Pollution, UV radiation and long hours in front of the computer as well as working in hazardous conditions cause dryness in eyes. This is a very common eye problem and one may experience the following symptoms - eye pain, light sensitivity, feeling of a foreign particle in the eye, itching, redness, or blurring of vision. Use vision care medicines such as lubricating eye drops that are available in a pharmacy.

There are two types of eye lubricants available in pharmacies i.e. allopathic and Ayurvedic eye drops. The allopathic formulation is made from pharmaceuticals and the Ayurvedic formulation is made naturally occurring substances and has no side effects. 
           
Jiwadaya Netraprabha is one such, Ayurvedic eye drop which can be used on a daily basis for the maintenance of the health of the eye. It is a lubricant that provides a cooling and soothing effect to the eye and also helps prevent dryness and damage.  It helps protect and preserve vision for a long time.

So, Now you know the importance of eye care. Incorporate the use of Jiwadaya Netraprabha in your daily routine for your eye care.