Light and myopia: how good lighting can protect your eyesight

Myopia, or difficulty seeing far away, is an increasingly common problem, especially among young people. If you’ve heard that spending too much time in front of screens can harm your eyesight, you might be surprised to learn that lighting also plays a crucial role in preventing myopia. Light, whether natural or artificial, can either protect your eyes or contribute to eye fatigue and long-term vision problems.

Why does light influence myopia?

One of the major causes of myopia is lack of exposure to natural light, especially during childhood. When the eyes do not receive enough natural light, they tire more easily, which can lead to eye deformation and worsen myopia. This is why it is essential that children, in particular, spend time outdoors and have adequate natural light.

But that's not all: poor indoor lighting can also cause eye strain. Working, reading or playing in a poorly lit room forces your eyes to strain to focus, which can worsen myopia. Lights that are too dim or too bright can also increase this visual fatigue, especially during activities that require prolonged concentration.

What lighting should be used to prevent myopia?

• Natural light : Daily exposure to natural light, even for a few hours, is one of the best ways to protect eyesight, especially in children.

• Suitable indoor lighting : When being outdoors is not an option, make sure you have sufficient indoor lighting. Bright but glare-free light, around 4000K to 5000K, is ideal for reading or studying activities. This helps reduce eye strain and maintain the health of your eyes.

• Avoid lights that are too cold in the evening : Lights that are too blue or too cold in the evening not only disrupt sleep, but also the eyes. Opt for softer, warmer light as the day draws to a close.

Let Laqi protect your eyesight

With Laqi circadian bulbs, you benefit from lighting that automatically adjusts according to the time of day. Whether it is to stimulate your eyes with natural and energizing light during the day, or to create a soft and relaxing atmosphere in the evening, Laqi is there to take care of your vision. No more stress on the eyes, just a light perfectly adapted to prevent visual fatigue and, ultimately, protect your eyes from myopia.