Computer Usage and Health
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Publisher: Dr. David Orman
http://www.hghplus.net
(c) 2004 DMI
Vol.2, No 10. March 7, 2004 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_//_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/
Greetings and Welcome to the Optimal
Health eNewsletter!
Today's area of focus is the connection
between computer usage and your health. Some 100
million people use computers on a daily basis. If
not used correctly, that useful tool could become
a major health risk. For example, according to the
OSHA, about 90% of people who use computers for
3 hours or more per day suffer from a syndrome called
CVS or Computer Vision Syndrome. This is a condition
can not only affect performance at work, but the
overall quality of living as well. Why? Along with
vision problems, the effects of this syndrome are
often depression, migraines, changes in the way
we see colors, dry or irritated eyes, double vision
and a slow deterioration of vision. The most common
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condition that can affect a person's ability to
use their hands in common situations. Some recent
studies suggest that 1 of every 3 workers lost some
time at work because of this problem. Now the good
news. Most if not all of the aforementioned can
be prevented or at least significantly reduced.
Here are the suggestions:
1. Look at your computer equipment.
If monitor(s) are outdated, consider replacing it/them.
2. Along with this, take a look at
your computer's graphic card. Old standards used
26 color cards. Today's standards are 16.7 million
colors.
3. Consider one of the specially designed
computer lamps that omit glare free indirect lighting.
4. Be sure that your copy and your
screen are BELOW eye level.
5. Take multiple breaks - at least
3-5 minutes per hour. Nutritionally, take advantage
of the herb Fructus Lycii. It is an outstanding
herb for improvement in and maintenance of the eyes.
In addition, this pleasant tasting herb improves
the qualtiy of blood and the overall health of the
liver. In addition to Fructus Lycii, zinc is a must.
Standard dose is 50mg per day and it is best to
take alone. Zinc does not "mix" well with other
nutrition.
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Upbeat
Facts: 'Tis the season for politics and thus, 'tis
the season for negativity. Here are some truths
you probably won't hear but should know:
- Just a few generations ago, availabity
of food was an issue. Today, we have more than enough.
- People are better educated. Americans
today average 12.3 years of education, the highest
figure in the world.
- A century ago, the vast majority
of American workers endured backbreaking physical
labor. Now, more than 50% of men and women in this
country hold white collar jobs and businesses.
- We have more free time. In 1850,
the average American worker logged some 66 hours
per week. In 1900, it was 53 hours. Today, it is
42.
- Despite claims by various groups
and the media, pollution has actually declined sharply
over the last 30 years.
- Today, the average lifespan is nearly
twice what it used to be in the 1900's. We certainly
have much more to achieve. However, we can take
pride in our accomplishments and move forward in
our quest. For more information, pick up a copy
of Gregg Easterbrook's new book "The Progress Paradox."
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Be
sure zinc is in chelated form, as minerals are difficult
to absorb. Chelated (pronounced "key-lay-ted") is
the ideal form.
Until next week.
To your health,
Dr. David Orman
