5 Way Blue Light is Hurting You
Before discussing why blue light is hurting you, we need to discuss what blue light is. Blue light is found in the visible light spectrum that human eyes can see and is a short wavelength that produces higher amounts of energy. The higher energy found in blue light is known as ultra-violet rays and often creates a suntan. These UV rays are used in tanning booths, which can lead to an even suntan, but overexposure can lead to painful sunburns and even skin cancer. Of course, those severely negative results only happen in overexposure for extended periods of time. In moderation, UV rays are not all bad. They are actually needed to help the body produce its own vitamin D. Below is a short list of examples showing how we encounter blue light in our daily lives.
- Outdoor sunlight is the main source of blue light exposure, but it is important to note the exposure we get while indoors. Fluorescent and LED lights, flat-screen TVs, computers, smartphones, and most digital devices are responsible for emitting blue light from their display screens. With how much time we spend looking at various screens, eye doctors have become concerned with the effect blue light has on our eye health.
- The eyes’ cornea and lens are good at blocking UV rays from getting into the light-sensitive retina. It is important to note that sunglasses and protective blue light glasses help protect the eyes from damage, leading to cataracts or even cancer.
- Too much exposure to blue light could destroy the retina, which is the inner lining of the back of the eye. This may cause macular degeneration which can lead to permanent vision loss.
- Since blue light is more abundant than other lights, it is not easily focused, but because digital devices emit blue light and require our focus and attention, this can lead to eye strain over time.
- With that said, blue light is not all bad. Blue light boosts our alertness and improves our mood; it can even help with depression. In fact, light therapy is used to treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Finally, blue light is essential in regulating the circadian rhythm of the body.
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