In today's digital age, where screens have become an integral part of our lives, the health of our eyes is at risk
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Here's a list of 8 yoga exercises that can help reduce eye strain, improve focus, and support better vision
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Palming can relieve eye fatigue, calm the optic nerves, and reduce stress. Just rub your hands together and gently cup your warm palms over closed eyes for 1–2 minutes
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Blinking rapidly for 10-15 seconds for a full minute lubricates the eyes naturally and prevents dryness caused by screen exposure
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Eye rolling can strengthen eye muscles, improve flexibility and coordination. Slowly roll your eyes in a circular motion - 5 times clockwise and 5 times counterclockwise
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Focus shifting can improve focus adjustment and reduce digital eye strain. Start by focusing on a finger placed close to the nose, then shift the focus to a distant object
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Move your eyes slowly from far left to far right without moving your head. This exercise can increase lateral vision range and strengthen side gaze muscles
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Up and down eye movement boosts control over vertical eye movements and relaxes strained muscles. Just move your eyes slowly up and down and repeat it 10 times
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Move your eyes diagonally from top-left to bottom-right and top-right to bottom-left. Repeat this 5-10 times. This can improve eye mobility and spatial awareness
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Squeeze your eyes tightly shut for 5 seconds, then open them wide. This stimulates the tear glands and increases blood circulation around the eyes