Are sunglasses actually bad for your eyes? 7 myths, debunked
Have you ever heard the rumor that sunglasses are actually bad for your eyes? Or, that wearing them too much can disrupt your circadian rhythm by reducing your body’s normal melatonin production?
If so, you’re not alone. The only problem? These claims aren’t true.
Here, I’ll address these and five other misconceptions about sunglasses that you shouldn’t believe.
Are sunglasses actually bad for your eyes?No....
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