Time to Turn Up the Heat! But Be Sure to Protect Your Eyes
• Wear sunglasses to shield your eyes from the warm air and prevent your tears from evaporating. • Typically, when driving, we focus on the road so intently that we may forget to blink. So be sure to blink every few seconds to keep your eyes lubricated and refreshed. Preventing Dry Eyes at Home: • Purchase a humidifier to restore moisture in your home. Humidifiers release water vapor or steam into the air, which will combat dry, itchy eyes. • Be sure you’re drinking plenty of water . These extra fluids will help keep your body hydrated—including your eyes. If you can, limit your coffee intake as caffeine can be dehydrating. If you’re suffering from dry eyes or have questions about eye health, contact your eye doctor for more information, resources, and treatments. If your HVAC system isn’t doing your eyes any favors, please allow us at Aire Serv of the Mid-Hudson Valley to be of service. Our technicians would be happy to look your system over and answer any questions you may have or propose some solutions to combat the dry air in your home.
For most of us, staying warm during the colder months involves mountains of blankets, fuzzy socks, sweaters, and cranking up your heating system. Although heaters are necessary during the colder months, they can also contribute to uncomfortable physical conditions, such as itchy, dry eyes. Here’s everything you need to know about reducing or even preventing dry eyes during the winter. How Do Heaters Lead to Dry Eyes? Using a furnace or space heaters can produce hot, dry air that can harm your eyes — especially if you wear contact lenses. The heat from your HVAC system causes tears and moisture to evaporate from your eyes, leaving them unprotected. Even turning the heat vents on in your car can cause dry eyes. Running a heater regularly in your home reduces moisture in the air, leading to eye irritation.
Preventing Dry Eyes while Driving : • Direct warm air to your body, not your face.
Having the heat constantly blow on your face while driving is the leading cause of dry eye. Redirecting the air is the best way to reduce this issue.
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DIRECTIONS 1. In a small bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, sugar, and butter. 2. In a greased 9-inch pan, add the wafer mixture and press to the bottom. 3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and chocolate syrup until smooth. 4. In a separate dish or cup, dissolve the coffee granules in the hot water. Once combined, add to the cream cheese mixture and fold in the whipped cream. 5. Pour the mixture evenly over the crust. Cover and freeze for 8 hours or overnight. 6. Remove from the freezer 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with chocolate-covered coffee beans if desired.
• 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs • 1/4 cup sugar • 1/4 cup butter, melted • 1 8-oz package cream cheese, softened • 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk • 2/3 cup chocolate syrup • 2 tbsp instant coffee granules • 1 tbsp hot water • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped • Chocolate-covered coffee beans (optional)
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