How to read on the go without damaging your eyesight

Travel is the perfect time to catch up on reading: on a plane, on a train, on the beach, or in a cozy cafe. 

How to read on the go without damaging your eyesight

We read on our phones, tablets, and e-readers — it’s convenient, accessible, and always at our fingertips. But how can we maintain our eyesight if we love to read a lot, especially on the go?

Why does reading tire your eyes?

Our eyes are designed to look far away. And when we read:

– the eyes focus on small print for a long time,

– the gaze constantly moves across the lines,

– vibrations, poor light, and an uncomfortable posture are added on the road.

This can cause dry eyes, headaches, neck pain and even vision impairment with regular overload.

What harms the eyes when reading

• Weak or harsh lighting — strains the eye muscles.
• Reading while lying down — it is difficult to keep the book at the right distance.
• Smartphones and tablets — small screen and blue light from the display.
• Reading in a vehicle — vibration and jumping text.
• Non-prescription glasses — increase the load on your eyes.

Tips for those who wear glasses

If you have hyperopia or read with glasses:

1. Don’t buy ready-made glasses at random — they rarely match your vision.
2. It’s better to order glasses based on your interpupillary distance and diopters.
3. Want style + comfort? Look for narrow frames that allow you to see beyond the lenses.
4. When traveling, consider folding or compact models that are easy to carry with you.
5. Purchase your glasses from specialized optical stores. These stores often offer discounts on Ray Ban glasses, allowing you to save money while still looking stylish. Sometimes, discounts can reach up to 70%, making it easy to save money while still looking great, even when traveling.

How to read and not damage your eyesight — 8 simple rules

• Read for no more than 45-50 minutes at a time, taking breaks.
• Every 20 minutes, look away from the text for 20 seconds — this is the “20-20-20” rule.
• Read while sitting, at a distance of ~30 cm from your eyes.
• Use paper books or e-ink readers.
• When reading, blink more often to prevent the mucous membrane from drying out.
• If you wear contacts, bring moisture drops with you.
• In the evening, only read under good lighting (at least 60 watts).
• On the road, it’s better to listen to audiobooks – this way you’ll save your eyes and not miss the scenery.

On the road – read wisely

Tourism is not only an adventure, but also an opportunity to slow down. Take your favorite book or downloaded selection on the reader, but don’t forget about eye health. A little care – and reading on the journey will bring only pleasure, without consequences.

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