Avoid headaches when watching television

The room with your television should be properly lit. Watching television in the dark unnecessarily strains your eyes. Make sure to always turn on a lamp or overhead light.

In the ideal conditions, the light source should be placed in such a way that the glare des not reflect on the screen.

Do not sit too close to your television set. Take care to sit a considerable distance from the screen. It is easier for your eyes to focus on the images that flash across your TV screen. It is also less harmful for your eyes. The ideal distance from your TV set is around five feet or more.

Never watch television while lying down. The best position to watch television is sitting and your eyes should preferably be at the level of the television screen.

If you feel that your eyes are under strain, take a break. The best relaxation for your eyes is staring at a distant object or just keeping them closed. Your eyes will give you signs when they are under strain. You will find that you are getting tired sooner, your eyes may start to water or you might notice that you have to squint your eyes in order to get a better view.

 

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