The doctor pointed out the danger of glasses for night driving when protected from the sun

Ophthalmologist at the SM Clinic Medical Center, PhD Olga Gladkova warned against wearing glasses with yellow lenses during the day, which many drivers use at night.

In an interview with the Auto Mail on Wednesday, July 15, the specialist noted that glasses with yellow lenses should not be used instead of sunglasses, since they do not provide sufficient protection from ultraviolet radiation.

According to her, such lenses are designed to increase contrast in low light conditions and can be useful in fog, twilight or cloudy weather. 360.ru . At the same time, they distort color perception, so they are not suitable for people whose work requires accurate transmission of shades, such as photographers and designers.

To protect your eyes from the sun, the specialist advised you to choose glasses labeled UV400 or UV380, which block UV radiation as much as possible.

Fundus: why hot weather negatively affects vision

Experts told us how to choose sunglasses and whether it is possible to swim in lenses.

On July 8, ophthalmologist Anton Kazantsev named five common habits that spoil eyesight in the summer. According to the doctor, the first and most serious mistake is to use cheap sunglasses without a UV filter.

Ophthalmologist Daria Orlova said on July 5 that you should definitely wear sunglasses in the summer. According to the expert, UV-A and UV-B ultraviolet radiation is a confirmed risk factor for developing cataracts — clouding of the lens. kp.ru .

In May, ophthalmologist Kristina Gazzayeva said that brown and green lenses of glasses best protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation and do not distort colors, while blue, yellow and pink cope with this task worse. Modern plastic lenses made of polycarbonate or polyurethane are lighter, stronger and often provide even better protection from UV radiation, according to the Moscow City News agency.

NSN, citing experts, wrote that when trying to tan, it is important to use panama hats and sunglasses. It is best to do this in the morning before 10 o'clock and in the evening after 16 o'clock.