The Blue Light From Smart Devices Could Make You Blind
- 6 years ago
The Blue Light From Smart Devices Could Make
You Blind Researchers at the University of Toledo in the U.S. say blue light can gradually cause damage to the eyes. They say it's due to the light having a shorter wavelength and more energy compared to other colors. Specifically, prolonged exposure to blue light triggers poisonous molecules to be generated in the eye’s
light-sensitive cells. This can cause macular degeneration, an incurable condition that affects the middle part of vision. For those wanting to protect their eyes, researchers advise wearing sunglasses that can filter both UV
and blue light outside. They also say to avoid browsing on mobile phones or tablets in the dark.
You Blind Researchers at the University of Toledo in the U.S. say blue light can gradually cause damage to the eyes. They say it's due to the light having a shorter wavelength and more energy compared to other colors. Specifically, prolonged exposure to blue light triggers poisonous molecules to be generated in the eye’s
light-sensitive cells. This can cause macular degeneration, an incurable condition that affects the middle part of vision. For those wanting to protect their eyes, researchers advise wearing sunglasses that can filter both UV
and blue light outside. They also say to avoid browsing on mobile phones or tablets in the dark.