Health Tip: Eyestrain May Cause Headaches

What to do if it's suspected

(HealthDay News) -- Straining the eyes while watching television or working on the computer can trigger a nasty headache. But so can your posture, stress and other factors.

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To help determine if eye strain is the culprit, and if so, how to minimize it, the National Headache Foundation suggests:

• Getting a complete eye exam, and taking care of any vision problems.
• Using an anti-glare screen on your computer, or wearing tinted eyeglasses.
• Sitting with proper posture when working at the computer or watching TV.
• Taking frequent short breaks from the computer. Leave your desk for a couple of minutes and stretch your neck, arms and back.
• Closing your eyes and breathing deeply while on a break.

-- Diana Kohnle