Haven’t we all had “watching TV up close will ruin your eyes” or “wearing glasses will make you dependent on them” doing the rounds, ever since we were little?
Well, as long as the list of vision do’s & don’ts go, not all are credible. So here we are, separating fact from fiction, with the top vision myths debunked.
Myth #1 — Watching TV Up Close Affects Eyesight
First in the list is the classic one, which holds no true scientific proof. It was the older generation CRT TVs that emitted far more harmful blue light than the ones today, making this advisory somewhat relevant.
However, recent studies state that the blue light emitted from modern-day displays could trouble the eyes, but never cause long-standing problems. So while watching TV up close can tire your eyes & disturb sleep patterns, but not affect vision per se.
Myth #2 — Eating Carrots Improves Vision
The saying that one should eat carrots to sharpen eyesight, is yet another wild misconception. Having originated by the British during World War II, this notion is not what it claims to be.
While beta-carotene a.k.a. Vitamin A is essential for overall eye health, we need only a small amount to keep our vision on point.
Myth #3 — Using Others’ Power Glasses Harms Eyesight
A lot of factors go into degrading or correcting vision, and this isn’t one of them. Putting on someone else’s power glasses may cause discomfort, but will not affect your eyesight whatsoever.
Having said that, it does not mean that you keep putting on other people’s frames for the fun of it. It can always be straining, since they’re not made to match your vision specifications.
