There are many risks of eye ailments like cataracts. But the study proves that sunglasses can protect eyes from disease. And it’s not just in Summer. Studies suggest people wear sunglasses regularly. Regardless of the season.

 

 

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For many people, it is a lesson they learned in their childhood. We all know that if you are going outside, in summer. One should put sunscreen and protection against rays of the sun. The harmful rays of the sun can damage eyes as well. And for this, it is necessary for people to protect their eyes. Which comes by wearing sunglasses.

What do experts say?

The American Academy of Ophthalmology issued an advisory. Bringing attention to the damage caused by the sun to the eyes.

Dr. Randy McLaughlin who is an ophthalmologist at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in an interview told Healthline.
“I certainly think that the eyes need to be protected every bit as much as the skin from sun exposure,”

 

 

Reducing the risk of eye disease.

As per experts the most significant risk due to the sun is cataracts. Which is a clouding of the lens in the eyes? Which reduces the vision of eyes. It a common ailment, which mainly happens in people of old age. Or slowly as people get old. However, experts suggest that wearing sunglasses limits the risk. Which can also lead to blindness.

What are the other risks of harmful sun rays?

Apart from Cataracts, many problems are related to sun rays. Sun rays can also increase the risk of macular degeneration, growths on the eye, and a rare form of eye cancer which is suggested by the AAO advisory.

What should you look for when buying sunglasses.

When you go out to shop for sunglasses. There are many choices one can have. Which can be very different from each other. When it comes to the price of it. Many people think that expensive sunglasses are better. But experts suggest that it is highly unlikely. It’s not about how much you spend. Because most of the time.

 

 

The price varies because of the looks, and the frame of sunglasses. One should focus on how much protection from UV rays that specific sunglasses give.