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Are the rumours about 👀sight accurate?



1. Certain vision issues, like nearsightedness, can become worse if your glasses aren't worn.

  • False.

  • Patients who don't wear their glasses have some discomfort and unavoidably have their vision diminished, but the refractive problem is not exacerbated.

2. Your eyes are harmed if you are seated too close to a screen.

  • False.

  • This does not impair vision. However, if someone who hasn't had their vision checked is staring at a screen up close, it can make them think they're nearsighted.

3. Carrots are helpful for your vision.

  • False and true.

  • All fruits and vegetables, not just carrots, that contain antioxidants are good for the retina and help stop the onset of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The retina is protected by all red berries and highly coloured veggies.

4. Light is more sensitive to eyes with lighter skin tones.

  • True

  • Blue and green eyes in particular are more sensitive than brown eyes, for example, and are more prone to melanoma. Protecting them from UV (ultraviolet) rays and light is much more crucial. Since lighter eyes are less vulnerable to UV radiation than eyes with darker irises,




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