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Eyestrain tends to be ignored because we assume nothing can be done about it. Eyestrain doesn't permanently damage our vision, but it does cause headaches, pain, blurry vision, and difficulty in focusing. Improper lighting, long hours at the computer and overall stress are some root causes. Herbs like ginkgo, ginger and bilberry strengthen the capillaries in the retina and play an important role in eye health. Another important factor is to get enough omega-3 fatty acids. A good vegan source is flaxseed. Many herbs have a history of use in soothing eyestrain, although abundant scientific proof is lacking. Compresses are safer and easier to use than eye washes, that, if not properly prepared can induce bacteria to the eye.

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Bilberry, traditional herb for eyesight

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of progressive blindness in people age 65 and older. One of the main culprits is free radicals, and one of the best defenses is to boost antioxidants in your diet. Eat more carrots, squash, and other orange and yellow vegetables, as well as dark, leafy greens. Include blueberries, blackberries and cherries. Clinical studies have confirmed that best results when taking supplements are obtained when using a combination of selenium, vitamins C and E, and beta carotene.


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Bilberry For: Night Blindness
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The anthocyanosides in bilberry help ensure good circulation in the small capillaries around the eyes and skin preserving the blood supply to the eyes, and their antioxident properties help to fend off free radical damage. For night blindness no prescription counterpart exists.

(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )

Black tea For: Pinkeye
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It's easy, it's handy, and it's an almost universally available remedy for pinkeye. Like black tea, green tea contains bioflavonoinds that can help reduce inflammation and fight viral and bacterial infection, but it has fewer tannins, the astringent chemicals that help shrink swollen tissues.
Chickweed For: Eye rinse
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Strain chickweed tea, cool and use it to moisten a clean, soft cloth for a compress to apply to closed eyes, or dilute infusion with saline solution for eye rinse.
Coleus For: Glaucoma
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Coleus improves blood flow inside the brain and eases the intraoclular pressure of glaucoma by stimulating better blood flow inside the eyes.

(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )

Elder flowers For: Skin rash, chilblains
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Externally a cold infusion of the flowers may be used as an eyewash for conjunctivitis and as a compress for chilblains, and are used in ointments for irritation of the skin.

(Mabey, Richard p37)

Eyebright For: Eyesight, eye infections
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The name Euphrasia is of Greek origin, it is thought to have been given the plant from the valuable properties attributed to is as an eye medicine preserving eyesight and so bringing gladness into the life of the sufferer.... Grieve

(M. Grieve )

Eyebright For: Congestion
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Eyebright is often used as an eyewash or in a compress to treat sore, itchy eyes. Eyebright is also a traditional remedy for nasal congestion and catarrh and may be taken as a tea. As a mouthwash or gargle, eyebright may be employed for inflammations of the mouth and throat.

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Eyebright For: Conjunctivitis and bloodshot eyes
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. The eyebright chemicals aucubin, loganin, and verbenalin have been shown to stop inflammation in laboratory animals. Aucubin also stimulates the production of proteins that are involved in the process of healing.

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Ginkgo biloba For: Macular degeneration
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Research indicates ginkgo action of supporting healthier circulation in the eyes, make it an herb of choice for natural treatment eye health in conditions like peripheral vascular insufficiency, and macular degeneration.
Goldenseal (berberine) For: Trachoma infections, Conjunctivitis
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Berberine eliminates and treats vision-impairing trachoma infections. Use goldenseal as an astringent and antibacterial eyewash to quickly reduces redness and inflammation.

(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )

Tumeric For: Cataract prevention
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This spice is packed with antioxidants, especially the big three that have already been shown to prevent cataracts - vitamins A,C, and E. Curcumin, the main component turmeric, has also been shown to prevent cataracts in animals.

(White,Linda B., M.D. )

Witch hazel For: Eye inflammation
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Although the majority of commercial witch hazel products are clear-colored and do not contain tannins, they are soothing and refreshing. At one time the AMA listed witch hazel as a treatment for eye inflammation. Use in a compress alone, or in combination with other herbs.

(White,Linda B., M.D. )

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