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published in 2020 found that spending time outside in sunlight benefits eye development in children ages 6 to 12."Exposure to outdoor light has been shown to reduce eye growth, thereby reducing the progression of myopia," Dr. Brissette explains."As well, when children play outside, they are often looking far away, tracking, and using other components of visual development which are important for eye health.
Simply put, the benefits of spending time outside are twofold for children: It decreases the amount of time focusing on things up close,That said, Dr. Brissette notes that the study only looked at the effect of sunlight on eyes as they develop and grow, which only happens during childhood. So it's essential to ensure kids spend more time outside and follow the safe sun practices below. Like with most good things, too much time outdoors can be harmful, which is why Dr.
As a rule of thumb, she advises spending 40 minutes a day getting indirect outdoor exposure to sunlight, as recommended by theSunglasses are to the eyes what sunscreen is to the skin—wearing them is a must when outside. However, not all sunnies are created equal. For optimal protection, Dr. Brissette recommends ones with 100-percent UV protection.
So, keep your kids’ peepers protected while spending time out of doors, and try to make it a habit of spending at least 40 minutes in the fresh air every day. Oh hi! You look like someone who loves free workouts, discounts for cutting-edge wellness brands, and exclusive Well+Good content. Sign up for Well+, our online community of wellness insiders, and unlock your rewards instantly.
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