Blue light’s high-energy waves are similar to UV rays but visible to the human eye.
Whether it’s sunny or cloudy, you’ll find high concentrations of blue light outdoors from the sun’s rays. Indoors, sources of blue light include digital devices (TVs, tablets, phones and computers) and artificial lighting—especially fluorescent and LED lights.
Why is blue light harmful?
Our eyes offer a natural filter for most light, but they don’t provide sufficient protection against blue light rays.
This leaves us exposed to its harmful effects, and prolonged exposure to blue light may cause retinal damage or lead to vision loss, just as prolonged UV exposure can harm healthy skin.
What are the effects of blue light exposure?
Research from medical professionals indicates blue light exposure may cause:
Macular Degeneration and Cataracts
Headaches, Eye Strain and Discomfort
Sleep Disorders
Diminished Concentration
Behavioral and Anxiety Issues
Computer Vision Syndrome
Health Problems such as Cancer, Diabetes and Obesity
Who's most at risk?
Children and seniors are most at risk.
Children Because children’s retinas aren’t fully formed, they are highly susceptible to infiltration of harmful rays.
Seniors As seniors age, the protective layers on their retinas diminish, leaving them even more exposed to blue light rays. This exposure can cause aged-related macular degeneration and cataracts.
How can Dr. Lite protect my eyes?
At Dr. Lite, we care about your eye health and design products made to protect your eyes from exposure to blue light from digital devices and artificial lighting. Dr. Lite lamps can help:
Eliminate harmful UV and blue light with custom LEDs and patented blue light absorbing filters
Minimize flicker and glare to reduce headaches and red eyes
Enhance visual clarity with balanced spectrum lighting for reading, working and more
Promote better sleep by filtering blue light and maintaining melatonin needed for a good night’s rest
Improve focus by reducing blue light exposure that causes overstimulation and hyperactivity
