One of the most common eye problems is visual fatigue. Its symptoms include blurred or double vision, burning and watering eyes and headaches. When working at a computer, people blink less frequently - about five times less than normal, according to studies.

Five Ways to Relieve Strain--I

Tears coating the eye evaporate more rapidly during long non-blinking phases and cause dry eyes, Also, the air in many offices is dry, which can increase the evaporation rate of your tears, placing you at greater risk of dry-eye problems.

An effective way to relieve computer eye strain is to blink more - every 20 minutes blink 10 times by closing your eyes very slowly. This will help re-wet your eyes. Also, you should take frequent breaks from the computer.

Five Ways to Relieve Strain--II

According to a study conducted by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health of the US, discomfort and eye strain came down significantly when computer workers took four additional five-minute "mini-breaks" throughout their work day.

Five Ways to Relieve Strain--III

During your computer breaks, stand up, move about and stretch your arms, legs, back, neck and shoulders.

Diet also plays a significant part in eye care. Keep to a light diet and avoid very spicy and greasy foods. Eating plenty of fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as tuna and salmon, is good for maintaining eye health, according to a study published in the journal Archives of Ophthalmology.