Many factors play into your sleep, but did you know that eye health and sleep quality are linked?

Here, one pro explains how.

Try an Unexpected Technique a Sleep Doctor Swears By

What Is Sleep Hygiene, Exactly?

alt

So many factors of life play into sleep quality:exercise habits,coffee consumption(and timing!

), and thesleep environment itself, to cite just a few examples.

But one component that you may not have realized plays into your snooze game?

alt

Jennifer Chinn, OD, is an optometrist and the co-owner of Dr. Chinn Vision Care in San Diego.

But optometristJennifer Chinn, OD, co-owner ofDr.

Below, Dr. Chinn breaks down the best practices for optimal eye health (and better sleep!)

as well as ways to avoid issues related to eye health and sleep quality altogether.

alt

3 eye-health-compromising habits that risk your sleep quality, too

1.

Our eyes use sleep to replenish, in a sense, which they do by taking in oxygen.

What Do Dreams About Snakes Mean?

alt

13 Different Snake Dreams Decoded

Watching Stressful Dramas Like The Pitt Before Bed?

Heres What a Sleep Doctor Thinks

Does Your Sleeping Position Really Say Anything About Your Mental Health?

3 ways to optimize eye health for better sleep

1.

alt

Jennifer Chinn, OD, is an optometrist and the co-owner of Dr. Chinn Vision Care in San Diego.

Exercise regularly

Walkingand doinglow-impact exercisescan contribute to healthy blood flow, which alsopromotes eye health.

To do this, Dr. Chinn suggests wearingUV-blocking sunglassesand protective eyewear.

And since your eyes will be healthy, youll be more likely to be able to clock higher-quality sleep.

alt

Got it, you’ve been added to our email list.

alt