Eye Fatigue

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Also known as:  Asthenopia;  Eye Strain;  Visual Fatigue

 

Description

Eye Fatigue is a condition that commonly occurs as a result of prolonged focusing on a specific item (e.g. sewing or computer screens).  It occurs as a result of ocular Muscle Stress.

 

These Substances may Alleviate Eye Fatigue

Amino Acids

 Taurine may alleviate the Eye Fatigue caused from working with Visual Display Terminals.  [1]

 

Carotenoids

 Astaxanthin may help to prevent Eye Fatigue.  [2]

 Lutein may reduce Eye Fatigue.  [3]

 

Peptides

 N-Acetyl-Carnosine (eye drops) may eliminate Eye Fatigue.  [4]

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