Dealing with dry eyes is more than an occasional inconvenience – it can disrupt your everyday life and well-being. Understanding the possible causes and solutions is the first step to reclaim your comfort and visual clarity.

“Vision is a picture of the future that produces passion.”

Bill Hybels

Dry eyes occur when your tear glands can’t produce enough tears or produce low-quality tears. The result can be a stinging, burning sensation and even blurred vision. Factors contributing to dry eyes can include age, environmental conditions, certain medications, and some health conditions.

What Can You Do?

1. Use Artificial Tears: These over-the-counter eye drops can provide immediate relief by lubricating the eyes. There’s a variety of artificial tears available, from those for mild cases to thicker gels for severe cases of dry eyes.


2. Take Breaks During Screen Time: Follow the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds to give your eyes a break.


3. Wear Sunglasses: Wearing sunglasses outdoors, especially those with wraparound frames, can protect your eyes from wind and dry air.


4. Maintain a Healthy Diet: Foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids such as flaxseeds, chia seeds, fish, and walnuts can help improve eye moisture.


5. Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water throughout the day can help to maintain moisture in your eyes.


6. Use a Humidifier: By increasing the moisture levels in the air, a humidifier can help alleviate dry eye symptoms.