{"id":9347,"date":"2018-06-08T09:51:08","date_gmt":"2018-06-08T07:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iristech.co\/?p=9347"},"modified":"2019-07-24T01:29:26","modified_gmt":"2019-07-23T23:29:26","slug":"how-computers-affect-our-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iristech.co\/how-computers-affect-our-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How computers affect our health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As it&#8217;s not that uncommon, it&#8217;s very likely that you work a sedentary job and you have to stay in front of the computer for hours.<\/p>\n<p>With the technical advancements, nowadays, every company is a technology company. As a result, the use of digital technologies is an essential requirement.<\/p>\n<p>Given that most of us are preoccupied, we may not even realize what risks the constant use of computers hides.<\/p>\n<p>So you should change your habits to make sure that your job is not actually killing you.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9349 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Women-PC.jpg\" alt=\"A woman working on her laptop in a cafe.\" width=\"1696\" height=\"1131\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center\">\u00a0Stay healthy while using the <a href=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/computer-screen-filter-for-eyes\/\">computer?<\/a><\/h1>\n<h2>Here are some basic tips to make your computer habits healthier.<\/h2>\n<h2>1. Get moving<\/h2>\n<p>We all know a sedentary lifestyle is one of the leading causes of most modern diseases such as diabetes, ischemic heart diseases, neuropathy, and obesity.<\/p>\n<p>A lot of health campaigns are addressing the problem by initiating sports activities at the workplace.<\/p>\n<p>If your company hasn&#8217;t made that step yet, you can take the initiative. Small changes can definitely make a difference<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3>Walk or ride on the way to work\u00a0<i class=\"fas fa-bicycle\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can run or cycle your way to work following the Scandinavian model for a healthier society.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s a great way to fit a bit more activity into your day. You&#8217;ll be energized, with an increased mood and productivity.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9366 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/commuting-bike-10-1463408899368-ofn32g3s014x-1497360226422-9hjblf7lgjxp-1200-80.jpg\" alt=\"Cycle to work every day.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3>Take the stairs<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Taking the stairs instead of the lift is better for sure.<\/p>\n<p>But you should make it a habit so that you don&#8217;t think of it each and every time.<\/p>\n<p>Start by once a day until you make it automatic.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\">2. Pay attention to posture<\/h2>\n<p>Almost every office employee has bad posture, resulting in back or neck pain or even damaging spinal structures.<\/p>\n<p>Bad posture can easily become a second nature so you should try to keep your body in alignment while sitting in an office chair or standing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9359\" src=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Ergonomic-Sitting-Position-on-Office-and-PC-Gaming-Chairs.jpg\" alt=\"Proper computer chair posture.\" width=\"485\" height=\"367\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/amp-homepage\/\">Protect your eyes<\/a>\u00a0<i class=\"fas fa-eye\"><\/i><\/h2>\n<p>Looking at a bright screen for prolonged periods of time can lead to eye fatigue, eye strain and tearing eyes.<\/p>\n<p>Studies show that 50 to 90 percent of computer workers have CVS (computer vision syndrome). If you have CVS you may notice<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Blurred vision<\/li>\n<li>Dry, red eyes<\/li>\n<li>Eye irritation<\/li>\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9365 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/umorne-o-i_575ea93e03407.jpg\" alt=\"CVS( computer vision syndrome) causes eye fatigue, eye strain, dry eyes\" width=\"1698\" height=\"1131\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Not only adults but also kids during the school day have eyesight problems. To deal with the problem, you should:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3>Improve the lighting in the room<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Eye strain often is an effect of excessively bright light from outdoor sunlight coming through the window or from bright interior lighting.<\/p>\n<p>Close the drapes or the blinds for eye relief.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3>Make eye breaks<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To avoid some of the CVS syndromes\u00a0try following the 20-20-20 rule.\u00a0 Every 20 minutes try\u00a0looking at an object which is 20 feet away for about\u00a020 seconds.<\/p>\n<p>Do not\u00a0stare at the screen and try to blink to keep your eyes moist.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3>Software for eye protection<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As the 20-20-20 rule is not always effective, think of installing an eye protecting software such as <a href=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\">Iris.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>It will dim the display and adjust the screen brightness to the light around you.<i class=\"fas fa-adjust\"><\/i><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8575 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iristech.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/iris-blue-light-filter-software-1.png\" alt=\"Iris-an eye protecting software \" width=\"540\" height=\"543\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Install it now and give it a go.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"excerpt\">As it&#8217;s not that uncommon, it&#8217;s very likely that you work a sedentary job and you have to stay in front of the computer for hours. 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