Do Your Eyes Often Twitch? Here's Why & How to Stop It

Eye twitching, eyelid spasms, and eyelid tics are collectively known as 'myokymia' and are a fairly common occurrence in today's high-stress world. Typically, eye twitches only affect the lower eyelid of a single eye, however the upper eyelids of both eyes can also twitch under certain circumstances. Below, you'll find the 8 most common causes of eye twitching and how to deal with them: 

1. Eye strain

 

 

If you need a change of glasses, however minor the change may be, this can cause vision-related stress, which may trigger eye twitching. Eye strain can also occur after using a computer, smartphone or tablet. In both cases, it would be best to go straight to an eye doctor, especially if your job requires you to stare at a computer screen on a daily basis.

2. Stress

A twitching eye can be a sign that you are experiencing a significant amount of stress in your life, particularly if you are also experiencing eye strain occasionally. Try breathing exercises or yoga to help de-stress and hopefully get rid of any eye twitches too.

3. Fatigue

If you're not getting enough sleep, due to stress, illness or any other reason, you may end up experiencing twitching eyelids. Thankfully, as soon as you catch up on your missed sleep, your eye twitching should go away. 

 

4. Caffeine

Consuming too much caffeine is another common cause of eye twitching. If you think this is the case, try cutting down on the amount of tea, coffee, soft drinks and chocolate that you consume for at least a couple of weeks, and see if your condition improves.

5. Alcoholic drinks

Much like caffeine, alcohol is also known to cause eye twitching. Try abstaining from alcohol for a while if you think alcohol use is the underlying cause. 

 

6. Eye Allergies

There are a number of eye allergies that are known to cause swelling, itching, watery eyes, and even eye twitching. If you think you have an eye allergy, then contact your doctor, who will likely prescribe you with antihistamine eye drops or tablets to help alleviate your symptoms. 

 

7. Dry Eyes

If your eyes feel dry or gritty while your eyelids are twitching, then dry eyes may be the cause of your myokymia. After getting a dry eye evaluation done by a professional, your doctor will be able to discuss ways to restore moisture to your eyes, and thus alleviate the twitching. 

 

8. Nutritional Imbalances

Certain nutrient deficiencies, magnesium, in particular, are believed to trigger eyelid spasms. If eating more magnesium-rich foods, such as black beans and spinach, doesn't help you, then we'd recommend getting a nutrient deficiency test done, just in case.

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How to Cure Annoying Eyelid Twitching

Eye twitching, eyelid spasms, and eyelid tics are collectively known as 'myokymia' and are a fairly common occurrence in today's high-stress world. Typically, eye twitches only affect the lower eyelid of a single eye, however the upper eyelids of both eyes can also twitch under certain circumstances. Below, you'll find the 8 most common causes of eye twitching and how to deal with them:

 

1. Eye Strain

If you need a change of glasses, however minor the change may be, this can cause vision-related stress, which may trigger eye twitching. Eye strain can also occur after using a computer, smartphone or tablet. In both cases, it would be best to go straight to an eye doctor, especially if your job requires you to stare at a computer screen on a daily basis.

2. Stress

A twitching eye can be a sign that you are experiencing a significant amount of stress in your life, particularly if you are also experiencing eye strain occasionally. Try breathing exercises or yoga to help de-stress and hopefully get rid of any eye twitches too.

 

3. Fatigue

If you're not getting enough sleep, due to stress, illness or any other reason, you may end up experiencing twitching eyelids. Thankfully, as soon as you catch up on your missed sleep, your eye twitching should go away.

4. Caffeine

Consuming too much caffeine is another common cause of eye twitching. If you think this is the case, try cutting down on the amount of tea, coffee, soft drinks and chocolate that you consume for at least a couple of weeks, and see if your condition improves.

5. Alcoholic Drinks

Much like caffeine, alcohol is also known to cause eye twitching. Try abstaining from alcohol for a while if you think alcohol use is the underlying cause.

6. Eye Allergies

There are a number of eye allergies that are known to cause swelling, itching, watery eyes, and even eye twitching. If you think you have an eye allergy, then contact your doctor, who will likely prescribe you with antihistamine eye drops or tablets to help alleviate your symptoms.

7. Dry Eyes

If your eyes feel dry or gritty while your eyelids are twitching, then dry eyes may be the cause of your myokymia. After getting a dry eye evaluation done by a professional, your doctor will be able to discuss ways to restore moisture to your eyes, and thus alleviate the twitching.

8. Nutritional Imbalances

Certain nutrient deficiencies, magnesium, in particular, are believed to trigger eyelid spasms. If eating more magnesium-rich foods, such as black beans and spinach, doesn't help you, then we'd recommend getting a nutrient deficiency test done, just in case.

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FOODS THAT MAKE YOUR STOMACH BLOAT

One will be wondering when foods are supposed to be healthy as various foods give us different nutrients, how can they can also make us feel sick? One thing we all should remember is that we're individuals, each one is unique in our own way. Our bodies are quite different from inside, with different tolerance levels to different foods. Some of us have allergies to some food, so best to know what makes you feel well and what makes you feel sick

1) Dairy products- Many people have lactose intolerance. For such people eating even a small piece of cheese can be dangerous. The degree of intolerance can vary between different dairy products too, so if known that you're intolerant to something, avoid it.

2) Vegetables- I know some people are allergic to yam, it causes itching in their throat. Cabbage, potato, broccoli, cauliflower can cause a lot of gas for some.

3) Aerated drinks- Most of those soft drinks are only full of calories with no health benefits. And for some it can lead to bloating of their stomach due to soda in them. Better to drink pure water, coconut water or fruit juice.

4) Apples and pears- We've all heard to famous line" an apple a day, keeps the doctor away". But, not many know that this same apple with plenty of nutrition, fibre can affect those with sensitive stomachs. Eat slowly, peel the skin ( I've problem eating with the skin, so always peel and eat my apple).
5) Fast foods- We all know that fast foods aren't healthy, loaded with unwanted calories. They also contain additives, which affects those with sensitive stomach.
6) Alcoholic drinks- Alcoholic drinks are again full of calories, more so as one tends to gobble up a lot of fried snacks with it. These hard drinks can also lead to bloating for some. So, best avoid it or sip slowly just one glass, to restrict your problems.


7) Some rice preparations- Rice is known to swell up after eating, as it tends to absorb more water and makes one feel bloated. So, best to find out which type of rice makes your condition worse, so one can avoid it , or eat more of vegetables, dals and less of rice.

Best is to note down in case you're not sure of your allergies, by having a food dairy, noting daily whatever you eat. Then, when you've problem, you can check as to what was different from your normal food intake, then you know what to avoid.

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