Excessive screen time can lead to digital eye strain and disrupt sleep, both of which take a toll on your focus and mental clarity.

Studies show that blue light from screens suppresses melatonin, delaying sleep by up to 1.5 hours, which can impair cognitive function the next day.

Additionally, constant app-switching and notifications can reduce productivity by up to 40%, as your brain struggles to refocus after each interruption.

Harvard Medical School: Screen Time and the Brain - Explores how screen exposure affects brain function, including sleep disruption.

Stanford University: Media Multitasking and Cognitive Control - Demonstrates how multitasking with screens reduces focus and productivity.

Your diet plays a crucial role in how well you handle screen time. Deficiencies in key nutrients like vitamin D and B vitamins are linked to poor focus and mental fatigue.

Studies show that supplementing with these can improve mood and cognitive performance. Plus, antioxidants like those in saffron may help protect your brain from the oxidative stress caused by prolonged screen exposure.

Nutrients and Mental Well-Being - Discusses how vitamins D and B support cognitive health.

Journal of Clinical Endocrinology: Blue Light and Sleep Disruption - Links screen-induced oxidative stress to the need for protective nutrients.

Nutritional supplements can help counteract the cognitive drain of digital overload. Ingredients like L-Theanine, found in green tea, have been shown to improve focus and reduce stress, while omega-3 fatty acids support brain health and memory.

Research also suggests that antioxidants like vitamin C can enhance attention and reaction time, helping you stay sharp even after long screen sessions.

Effects of L-Theanine on Cognitive Function - Shows L-Theanine’s role in enhancing focus and reducing stress.