When the weekend is over and back to the work week usually means more coffee for some of us.
Coffee in moderation won't hurt the eyes but drinking too much can cause a problem. The dreaded EYELID TWITCH!
If you have ever had an eyelid twitch you know how annoying it is. You cannot concentrate on anything else. And you are convinced everyone can see it.
This condition is called lid myokymia. It is a benign/harmless condition that is related to...
- too much caffeine
- too much nicotine
- lack of sleep
- too much stress
Got one, two or all of the above? Remember to reduce your caffeine or nicotine and get more sleep in you can. Work on ways to reduce your stress - if possible. Easier said than done, I know.
Alternatively, you can also sip on tonic water. Tonic water has a substance called quinine that helps to calm the muscle spasm of the eyelid.
Still worried? Book in for your routine eye exam for a further check with your eye care provider.
