Why should I wear sunglasses

Sunglasses protect the eyes from the effects of ultraviolet rays, limiting the risk of diseases such as "sunburn" eyes, cataracts or macular degeneration.

UV rays hurt your eyes after only 15 minutes.(Photo: PegiPegi).

When too much skin is exposed to the sun, ultraviolet rays can lead to sunburn, more serious than skin cancer. But most people ignore their eyes and underestimate the importance of sunglasses.In fact, you need to wear sunglasses regularly, both in winter and in summer.

"UV rays hurt your eyes after only 15 minutes," Justin Bazan, medical adviser for The Vision Council, told Medical Daily. Ultraviolet radiation is considered a silent killer, with the ability to damage the body at the DNA level. Without protection, sunlight causes "sunburn" eyes to cause pain, cataracts, even contributing to macular degeneration.

To keep your eyes healthy, experts recommend that you use anti-99-100% UVA and UVB lenses and reduce 75-90% of visible light. Prioritize protection when choosing sunglasses, not designs. Above all, remember that UV rays not only come from the sun but also reflect on many other surfaces like water, concrete, cars.