| Windows 7: Health issues because of computer |
11 Dec 2011
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Health issues because of computer Hello.
I am 18 year old male, and I do spend alot of time in fron of computer. I thought, maybe you guys can help my to answer some questions.
I have dark circles under my eyes, but they are horrible and make huge contrast. My autumn, winter and spring routine is: wake up 7am, go to school, come at about 3pm, till 5pm sit in fron of pc, then doing my homework(sometimes i do need pc for homework) and after that I also sit in fron of my pc. 10:30pm I go to sleep. Most of the time, I spend my weekends in fron of my pc.
How do you think, is computer the problem of this? If so, how can i "fix" my circles under my eyes, I mean, do you know any tecniques? I am going to be programmer, and in 2012 i will have to pass my final exams, so I have to spend big amount of time in front of pc (sometimes I do play games).
Thanks. | My System Specs |
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11 Dec 2011
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More sleep, less time in front of screen. At least look away from the screen more often.
Or
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11 Dec 2011
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Quote: Originally Posted by smarteyeball More sleep, less time in front of screen. At least look away from the screen more often.
Or
Cosmetics. As I know, 8.25 hours of sleep is perfect.
I can't spend lest time in fron of a screen, and I don't think that I will able able to do that in future, since I am going to be programmer. Thats why I need to find alternative solution.
Cosmetics is not the answer.
Thanks. | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number MSI OS Windows 7 ultimate x64 CPU Intel core i5 460m Motherboard MSI FX Memory 4gb 1066mhz ddr3 Graphics Card nvidia geforce gt325m (hybrid sli) intel hd graphics Sound Card Realteck HD Screen Resolution 1366x768 Mouse 4tech wireless Hard Drives 500gb Western Digital sata2 2,5" Internet Speed 40mb/s |
11 Dec 2011
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#4 | | Windows7 Pro 64bit SP-1; Windows XP Pro 32bit Grafton,IL |
By the time you get our age it won't even be noticeable. | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number Hopalong/ Godzilla OS Windows7 Pro 64bit SP-1; Windows XP Pro 32bit CPU Intel Core i7-870 Lynnfield 2.93GHz LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core Motherboard ASUS P7P55D-E PRO Memory 8GB@1400MHz Crucial Ballistix DDR3-1600 4x2GB Graphics Card ASUS ENGTX460 DirectCU/2DI/1GD5 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 Sound Card VIA Onboard Monitor(s) Displays Asus VS248H-P 24"; Samsung SyncMaster 941BW 19"ws Screen Resolution 1920x1080; 1440x900 Keyboard Logitech K-320 Mouse Kensington PSU COOLER MASTER Silent Pro RS850-AMBAJ3-US 850W Modular Case COOLER MASTER HAF 932 RC-932-KKN5-GP Black Cooling Scythe "Mugen-2 Rev.B" (2 ScytheKaze-Jyuni PWM fans) Hard Drives Samsung 830 120GB SSD
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11 Dec 2011
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Quote: Originally Posted by Hopalong X By the time you get our age it won't even be noticeable.  Ha 
Still, any ideas? | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number MSI OS Windows 7 ultimate x64 CPU Intel core i5 460m Motherboard MSI FX Memory 4gb 1066mhz ddr3 Graphics Card nvidia geforce gt325m (hybrid sli) intel hd graphics Sound Card Realteck HD Screen Resolution 1366x768 Mouse 4tech wireless Hard Drives 500gb Western Digital sata2 2,5" Internet Speed 40mb/s |
11 Dec 2011
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#6 | | Windows7 Pro 64bit SP-1; Windows XP Pro 32bit Grafton,IL |
If 8.25 hours was enough sleep and you had enough down time from the screen the circles would be gone.
So the cure is simple as already stated by smarteyeball. | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number Hopalong/ Godzilla OS Windows7 Pro 64bit SP-1; Windows XP Pro 32bit CPU Intel Core i7-870 Lynnfield 2.93GHz LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core Motherboard ASUS P7P55D-E PRO Memory 8GB@1400MHz Crucial Ballistix DDR3-1600 4x2GB Graphics Card ASUS ENGTX460 DirectCU/2DI/1GD5 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 Sound Card VIA Onboard Monitor(s) Displays Asus VS248H-P 24"; Samsung SyncMaster 941BW 19"ws Screen Resolution 1920x1080; 1440x900 Keyboard Logitech K-320 Mouse Kensington PSU COOLER MASTER Silent Pro RS850-AMBAJ3-US 850W Modular Case COOLER MASTER HAF 932 RC-932-KKN5-GP Black Cooling Scythe "Mugen-2 Rev.B" (2 ScytheKaze-Jyuni PWM fans) Hard Drives Samsung 830 120GB SSD
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11 Dec 2011
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I do understand that, I am just asking if anyone knows any alternatives, for example, what kind of vitamins should I use, or maybe there is some medicine to us. As I said: I can't change my life style :/. | My System Specs | | System Manufacturer/Model Number MSI OS Windows 7 ultimate x64 CPU Intel core i5 460m Motherboard MSI FX Memory 4gb 1066mhz ddr3 Graphics Card nvidia geforce gt325m (hybrid sli) intel hd graphics Sound Card Realteck HD Screen Resolution 1366x768 Mouse 4tech wireless Hard Drives 500gb Western Digital sata2 2,5" Internet Speed 40mb/s |
11 Dec 2011
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#8 | | Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit California |
Try using Mom's make-up for sagging skin/wrinkles at bedtime.
Also slices of cucumbers placed over the eyes is suppose to help.
Try to take breaks after spending an hour on computer by going for short walks. Refreshes your mind and body.
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11 Dec 2011
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#9 | | Windows® 7 Home Premium SP-1 |
may i share my experience here  ? as i am almost your age  how are your eating habits?
i had the same issue a year back. i got a job & my work is where i have to be in front of the computer for 9.00am to 6.00pm (9 hours) & when i get back home, i'm on the computer till i go to bed. (i sleep mostly by 12.30 am sometimes 1.00am). the difference that made the dark circles go away were my eating habits (i used to eat less that time, compared to how much i eat now, bad appetite! & people still say me to eat more), & since i started work i am so tired that, when i go to bed i fall asleep instantly or within 5/10 minutes. hope this helps some  . | My System Specs | | Computer type PC/Desktop OS Windows® 7 Home Premium SP-1 CPU Intel Pentium(R) E5200 @ 2.50GHz Motherboard Intel Corporation DG41WV (PROCESSOR) Memory 4096 MBytes Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 398MHz Graphics Card ATI Radeon HD 5450 (ASUStek Computer Inc) Sound Card Realtek High Definition Audio Monitor(s) Displays DELL E170S on ATI Radeon HD 5450 Screen Resolution 1280x1024 pixels Keyboard Logitech PS/2 Keyboard Mouse A4 Tech Co Ltd/Logitech PSU 400W Case Nothing Fancy Cooling Fans Hard Drives 466GB Western Digital WDC Internet Speed 512 Kbps Antivirus Microsoft Security Essentials & Malwarebytes Browser Chrome & Internet Explorer 9 Other Info Imation 8 GB USB, 6 GB Seagate External Hard drive, ASUS DVD-E818A7T ATA Device |
11 Dec 2011
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#10 | | Win 7 Home Premium 64bit Ver 6.1.7600 Build 7601 - SP1 Central Pa. |

Quote: Originally Posted by noskas16 I do understand that, I am just asking if anyone knows any alternatives, for example, what kind of vitamins should I use, or maybe there is some medicine to us. As I said: I can't change my life style :/. Bold words indeed, I felt the same way when I was your age. Invincible! And you want to be a programmer? You keep going the way you are, and you will be burned out by the time you reach thirty-five.
An interesting look at common Programmer health problems: Shedding Bikes: Programming Culture And Philosophy The technical on Dark eyes: Infraorbital Dark Circles: Definition, Causes, and Treatment Options - ROH - 2009 - Dermatologic Surgery - Wiley Online Library
Some Thoughts:
Do you keep hydrated?
Drink more water. 8-10 glasses per day, no excuses. Water helps to cleanse your body of impurities, which can contribute to dark eye circles.
Do you have chronic (read:infected) sinus problems?
You will need to see a doctor for this.
Do you have allergies?
Related to sinus, but caused by outside factors, like, animals, dust, molds, food, plants, perfumes, dyes, bathroom soaps, even something as mundane as the type of laundry detergent you use.
Do you have a healthy diet?
You asked about vitamins.
E, K, and antioxidants help, but if you have a well rounded diet you can get these in your meals.
E, and K can be toxic if taken in large doses.
You may not think it, but it sounds like you are already under a good deal of Stress: Understanding Stress: Symptoms, Signs, Causes, and Effects
See also, links near bottom of page: Home Remedies for Dark Circles, Under Eye Treatment
Tips on reducing workstation fatigue: HealthyComputing - The Premier Source For Computer and Office Ergonomics
Do not forget, you are in this for the long haul, you have 70, 80, maybe even 90 years ahead of you, and you need to start developing healthy habits now. Remember these words:
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