Yo, what’s good fam? It’s ya boy Dan, and today we’re talking about the importance of protecting your eyes in a cannabis grow room. Now, we all know that cannabis plants need those intense lights to grow nice, dense buds with lots of resin. But did you know that those lights can seriously damage your eyes if you’re not careful?
Let me break it down for you. Spending too much time under those grow lights can leave you with a headache or seeing spots. You might even feel a little dizzy from time to time. Most people don’t think too much about it, as long as they feel fine in an hour or two. But here’s the thing – the damage that those strong lights cause to your eyes is cumulative and may not be noticeable for 15 years or more. By the time you can detect vision changes, it could be too late.
For real though, macular degeneration and cataracts are serious issues that nobody wants to deal with. And let’s not forget about the fact that looking into a grow light is basically like looking into the sun. That’s right, fam – irreversible retinal damage can happen after just 100 seconds of direct exposure to sunlight.
Now, I know you’re all about growing those dank buds, and I respect that. But you also gotta make sure you’re taking care of yourself in the process. Let’s take a look at how different types of grow lights can affect your eyes and what steps you can take to protect your sight.
First up, we got metal halide (MH) lights. Now these lights showcase the natural beauty of a cannabis plant like nothing else. They make the colors pop and give you some seriously dense buds. But here’s the thing – UV rays are terrible for your eyes. Humans need a little bit of UV light each day so our bodies can make vitamin D, but too much leads to skin cancer and is the leading cause of macular degeneration and cataracts.
Next, we got high pressure sodium (HPS) lights. These have been the go-to for indoor growers for years because they’re so efficient and yield more bud per watt on average than any other type of light. But let me tell you, fam – your cannabis won’t look as nice under these lights because they have a harsh, yellowish glare. The color changes also make it hard to spot nutrient deficiencies or other problems.
But that’s not even the worst part – while you’re working under these lights, your eyes won’t focus correctly. Not only does this mean our eyes take in way too much light, it can also cause headaches, dizziness, and both short and long-term problems with your vision.
Finally, we got light emitting diode (LED) grow lights. These put off a pinkish-purple glow that gives your plants an artificial appearance and they don’t generate nearly as much heat as MH or HPS lights. But guess what? They’re also big UV ray producers.
So what can you do to protect your eyes from all this light damage? First up, get yourself some specialized glasses that will protect your eyes from all forms of UV light. Normal sunglasses aren’t gonna cut it for this one – you need glasses made specifically for indoor growers.
You can also turn those intense lights off while you tend to your plants, which will save your eyes from both short-term strain and long-term damage. If you need extra light to work by, hang a normal light that you can turn on and off as you enter and leave the room.
If you use a grow tent, pull out each plant, tend to it, then put it back in the tent. This will save your eyes and allow you to closely inspect your plant. If you grow in big pots that are heavy to move, use a wheeled plant caddy.
And finally, see your eye doctor at least once a year so they can monitor for vision changes and screen you for macular degeneration, cataracts, and other types of eye damage.
So there you have it, fam – protecting your eyes in the grow room is no joke. By taking the right precautions, you can protect your eyes from permanent damage while growing big, beautiful cannabis plants indoors. Stay safe out there!
