Nowadays, you can stay informed about the latest events around the globe without even leaving your home, as long as you have a smartphone or computer. During the upcoming National Day holiday, many of you may spend considerable time with these devices as your “toys.” However, prolonged exposure to screens not only increases radiation but also harms your eyes. How can we minimize the harmful effects of radiation while protecting our eyes at the same time?

A cup of Green Tea in the morning

Drinking green Tea regularly can help protect against the effects of radiation. According to “Shennong's Herbal Classic,” tea is one of 365 medicinal herbs and “has a bitter taste; drinking it improves mental focus, reduces sleepiness, lightens the body, and sharpens vision.” Green tea contains potent antioxidants and vitamin C, which can eliminate free radicals in the body and stimulate the secretion of hormones that counteract stress. The small amount of Caffeine in green tea can stimulate the central nervous system and boost energy. However, it's best to drink green tea during the day to avoid affecting your sleep. Additionally, tea leaves contain beta-carotene, which can be converted into vitamin A in the intestines and liver. Vitamin A nourishes the eyes, relieves eye fatigue, and prevents night blindness.

A cup of chrysanthemum tea in the afternoon

Chrysanthemum has the effect of brightening the eyes and clearing the liver. Many people drink chrysanthemum and wolfberry together or add honey to chrysanthemum tea, both of which can help alleviate mental stress. Chrysanthemum tea is an excellent remedy for eye protection. Dryness and fatigue are common symptoms among computer and phone users, and chrysanthemum tea can effectively treat eye fatigue and blurred vision, making it a good method for protecting and relieving eye strain for those who use computers and phones frequently.

A cup of wolfberry tea when tired

Vitamin A is essential for eye health and is useful in preventing dry eyes, vision decline, and night blindness. It is most abundant in carrots and green and yellow vegetables, as well as dates. Vitamin B is a vital nutrient for the visual nerves; a deficiency in vitamin B1 can cause eye fatigue, while a lack of vitamin B2 can lead to keratitis. Wolfberries have been known for their ability to clear the liver and brighten the eyes. They are rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A, B1, B2, C, calcium, and iron, all of which are necessary nutrients for healthy eyes. Wolfberries have a natural sweetness and can be brewed into tea or eaten like raisins, effectively alleviating dryness and fatigue in the eyes caused by prolonged screen exposure.

A cup of cassia seed tea in the evening

Cassia seeds have cooling properties, can brighten the eyes, and replenish the brain and calm the liver. Spending hours in front of a computer or phone every day can dehydrate your skin and sometimes cause blurry vision. In such cases, a cup of cassia seed tea can be helpful. Cassia seeds have a slightly cold nature and a grassy aroma, and they offer health benefits such as improving vision, lowering blood pressure, and regulating cholesterol levels.

While Drinking Tea can help reduce radiation and protect your eyes, it plays a supplementary role. To truly protect your eyes and minimize the harm from radiation, it's recommended that you limit excessive use of smartphones and computers and allow your eyes adequate rest.