Love at first sight

Love at First Sight Means 8.2 Seconds of Eye Contact

SAY IT WITH YOUR EYES THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

It is said that our eyes are the "windows to our soul" outwardly conveying our feelings without words or movement. Love at first sight is the instantaneous attraction that is felt during the first visual contact with a person...or 8.2 seconds of eye contact. Studies have shown that love at first sight is possible, taking just milliseconds for the brain to react after locking eyes on the one

New York psychologist, Professor Arthur Arun, has been studying the dynamics of what happens when people fall in love. He has shown that the simple act of staring into each other's eyes has a powerful impact. He asked two complete strangers to reveal to each other intimate details about their lives. This carried on for an hour and a half. The two strangers were then made to stare into each other’s eyes without talking for four minutes. Afterwards many of his couples confessed to feeling deeply attracted to their opposite number and two of his subjects even married afterwards. 

Interesting fact, when we are interested in what we are looking at our pupils dilate. In medieval Italy, women put belladonna into their eyes to make them look bigger. In fact, bella donna means 'beautiful lady'. However, this is not recommended, as belladonna is a kind of poison! 

Falling in love at first sight is probably the most romantic thing that can happen to you, so it would make sense to take good care of your eyes. At Gerry & Johnson Optometrists we first and foremost recommend that you have regular eye tests to maintain healthy eyes and vision, but there are also some general tips to promote brighter eyes to help them sparkle for your special someone.

• Plenty of sleep – this can help reduce unsightly bags or dark circles

• Cucumber slices placed over closed eyes for 10-15 minutes help to reduce puffiness

• Carrot Juice – contains a great deal of beta carotenes which are powerful antioxidants that can encourage brighter more beautiful eyes

• Eye drops such as TheraTears is specialised lubricating drops that will relieve dry eyes, keeping them looking white and bright.

This Valentines Day, enjoy your loved ones and remember the important role your eyes played or plays in your love life. Treat them well and I am sure they will reward you!