Waking Up with Puffy Eyes? Here are 5 Reasons Why
Do you ever wake up in the morning to find that your eyes are seriously puffy? If this only happens occasionally, it’s nothing to worry about. But if you frequently wake up with puffy eyes, there are a few reasons why.
Causes of Puffy Eyes
Allergies - Allergies commonly cause swelling (as well as itchiness or redness) around the eyes.
Insomnia - Insomnia and a lack of sleep commonly causes puffy eyes. A lack of sleep causes an increase in the release of certain hormones that can affect fluid retention, resulting in puffy eyes.
Dehydration - When you’re dehydrated, your body holds on to extra water to compensate for the lack of incoming water. This water retention can result in puffy eyes.
Excessive salt intake - A high salt intake has a similar effect to dehydration, causing the body to retain water. This water retention is especially visible around the eyes.
Biological inheritance - Sometimes puffy eyes are hereditary, meaning they’re a result of your genetics.
Tips to Alleviate Puffy Eyes
While there’s not much that can be done if you’re genetically predisposed to puffy eyes, the other four causes on the list can be addressed relatively easily.
Placing an air purifier in your bedroom can help minimize airborne allergens and minimize eye swelling and discomfort.
Consult your doctor for assistance treating insomnia. You can also check out some of our blogs on sleep to make sure you have the basics covered.
Stay hydrated! Drink more water throughout the day, and reduce your salt intake to help minimize unnecessary water retention.