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The average person blinks 15–20 times per minute. Unless they’re staring at their phone, of course.

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At 15–20 blinks/min, that’s 900–1,200 blinks/hour, helping spread tears and protect the cornea. Screen time often reduces blink rate, contributing to dry eyes.

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