Due to several factors including age, lifestyle choices, pollution, genetic influences, and so on, our vision starts weakening over time. The ancient science of Ayurveda utilizes various herbs and therapies such as Netra kriyakalpas and Panchakarma, to improve eye health.
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Triphala – A combination of three fruits, Triphala contains antioxidants that shield the eyes from oxidative stress while promoting the rejuvenation of ocular tissues. It can be administered orally or used as an eye wash.
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A Balanced Diet – Maintaining a balanced diet, including proteins and vitamins like A, E, C, and B, is highly beneficial for good eyesight. Ghee, barley, honey, shastika shali (old rice), wheat, draksha, dadima, and green dram are excellent in promoting eye health.
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Anjana and Nasya – Applying Anjana (collyrium) and practicing Nasya (administration of medicines via nostrils) regularly protects eyes from illness and removes excess kapha.
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Foot Massage – Practicing Padabhyanga, or foot massage with oil and using foot protection helps in preserving vision.
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Do not suppress urges – Forceful suppression or inducing of urges can result in serious eye disorders.
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Trataka – An Ayurvedic eye exercise, that involves gazing steadily at a ghee lamp at a 30-degree angle, in a dark room, for 10 minutes, helps improve vision and eye strength.
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Kriyakalpa – Ayurvedic eye therapies that incorporate medicated ghee and other formulations, such as Kriyakalpa treatments like Tarpana, Putapaka, Seka, Anjana, Aschyotana, Pindi and Bidalaka are very effective for maintaining eye health.