At Rewire the Mind we are always looking at natural ways our clients can improve their health and well-being and one of the very latest ways to do this is with blue light blocking glasses.

If you don’t know much about blue light let me tell you more. This is the light that is given off our computer screens, mobile phones and electronic devices that we use on a daily basis. Blue light tends to be fine during the day but when we see it at night our circadian rhythm is impacted. The most noticeable impact from this is that our sleep becomes disrupted as melatonin production is reduced. In the longer term it is possible that the blue light may also create more severe medical problems such as cancer or heart disease.

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What do Blue Light Glasses Do?

Blue light blocking glasses were created to reduce our exposure to this light especially in the evening and at night time when it is most problematic. Opticians started to create glasses that had a filter that blocked this blue light to reduce eyestrain and improve sleep patterns. Initially the glasses tended to be ugly with yellow lenses but now there are a number of super chic models on the market.

Blue Light Glasses Benefits

I find that the biggest benefit to my clients is that they are a great tool for helping my clients get a better night sleep. In an ideal world people should be switching off their devices well before bedtime so that they don’t suffer from disrupted sleep. The reality is that many people work all day on a computer and even work at home in the evening. They login to their emails, catch up on social media and generally expose themselves to blue light well into late evening. If I can’t get them to stop this I can help them to reduce their exposure to the light.

In addition these light blocking glasses reduce eye strain and dry eyes. They also can be hugely useful for people like gamer’s who spend hours in front of a computer screen.

Do Blue Light Glasses Work?

Blue light glasses have been shown to help improve sleep. Studies have shown that people who wear blue light blocking glasses 3 hours before bed had better sleep quality than those who did not.

These light blocking glasses can be very useful as a measure to use in the evening or for workers who have difficulty enforcing the no computer/tablet ban in the evening. We do however always recommend that where possible you should try and switch off in the evening. Blue light is only one cause of sleep problems but stress, anxiety and always being switched on also create issues. Resolve to step away from the electronics where you can at night and find other methods to help you get a good nights rest. Here are 8 Natural Sleep Remedies to help you get a good nights rest. My Guided Meditation for Sleep is also a great tool for helping your mind to switch off after a busy day.

Best Blue Light Blocking Glasses 2020

There is a huge array of glasses that you can now choose from if you are in the market for a pair of blue light blocking eye wear. Here are some of the best that I have found.

Gunnar Trooper Computer and Gaming Glasses 

Gunner Trooper glasses are particularly marketed at gamers as they have an ultra-slim template that can be used with headphones. These stylish glasses are designed to help block blue light and prevent eye strain. They also block UV and glare and are light weight so are comfortable to wear.

Prospek Blue Light Blocking Glasses

These Prospek blue light blocking glasses are unisex and come without the harsh yellow tint that you find with many other brands. They also have a large number of magnifications to choose from. In fact they are:

• UV Light Blocking (100% Blocking UVA, 100% Blocking UVB)
• Anti-Scratch
• ​Anti-Reflective
• ​Anti-Screen Flicker
• Anti-Glare
• ​Anti-Fog
• Anti-Oil (Fingerprint Resistant)
• Electromagnetic Ray Blocking

Pingless Blue Light Blocking Glasses

At the cheaper end of the scale Pingless Blue Light Blocking glasses have great reviews at a brilliant price point. These are ideal entry level glasses to help you when you read, play games or use a computer for work. Once again these are unisex and are impact resistant making them more durable.

Better Sleep By Reducing Anxiety and Stress

To get a great nights sleep using blue light blocking glasses will only part of the equation. Remember to ensure that you follow proper sleep hygiene and allow yourself to unwind after a busy or stressful day. Burning the candle at both ends can also have a huge impact on your sleep. If your suffer from anxiety or stress you can download our freebie to help you learn to be calmer and more relaxed.

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