Improving eyesight, the alternative way

One of the most important senses is our very own eyesight, hence this article covers some tips on how can take care, maintain improve our vision.

This info will also mainly cover alternative or the natural way of looking after our eyesights, without the use of synthetic drugs.One of the alternative ways to maintain good vision is to eat lots of blueberries. They contain anthocyanosides, which are antioxidants that help improve the flow of blood through the capillaries in eyes. Studies show that blueberries are effective in slowing and even stopping the progression of cataracts. When eaten with vitamin E-rich foods, berries can also prevent macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

One of th eeffective ways to soothe strained eyes naturally is to make a tea from dried eyebright, allow it to cool, then strain.  Use the liquid in an eye bath or soak cotton balls in tea and apply to eyes as a compress.

Everyone has the ability to see things clearly and should do so in a relaxed state of mind. Looking at any object in a relaxed state alleviates any strain caused to the eyes, and it is the natural way in which the eyes are meant to operate.

Without the stress of focusing on things we cannot see results in the ability to see.

There are 4 practices ( from Bates Methods) used as an alternative way in improving eyesisght

(1) Palming – done by sitting on the table with the  head resting on the hand, making sure that your fingers are set against your forhead. The eyes are then covered so that no light can penetrate, again making sure your hand do no touch the eyes at all. Maintain this for a few minutes. This method of relaxing your eyes have proven to be relaxing.

(2) Sunning – Studies have shown that this method is necessary and valuable to the eyes. Go out on a sunny day, close your eyes and point your head up to the sun. Gently sway back and forth as the suns light bathes the eyes

(3) Swinging – As you hold your index finger in front of your eyes, rock back and forth. Bates determined that this helps to incorporate both peripheral vision and focus at the same time.

(4) Blinking – Not only is this method known to lubricate the eyes but when combined with rythmic breathing exercises, it also promotes massaging and thus relaxation of a strained eye.

It would be worthile applying these eye exercises as part of your daily routine. It may well lead to longevity of an eyesight with a healthy and a clear vision