Macular Degeneration:
• Macular degeneration usually refers to the deterioration of the retina over age • The retina is the portion of the eye, that has receptors and nerves which collect and transmit the visual information to the brain
Symptoms to look for:
• Loss of vision in the centre of visual field • Difficulty in recognising faces • Trouble distinguishing visual features • Straight lines look irregular or bent • Difficulty in reading • Images between two eyes do not sync • Objects look different sizes in each eye
Causes:
• With age, health of eyes deteriorate • Additional blood cells form beneath the central part of the retina
Natural home remedy using Indian gooseberries and brahmi powder:
1. Cut and de-seed 4-5 Indian gooseberries 2. Grind the gooseberries to make a paste 3. Add 2 tsp of brahmi powder, an ayurvedic herb, to this paste 4. Mix well 5. You may add 2 tbsp honey for taste 6. Have the mixture 2 times a day
Tips:
• Eat 20-25 goji berries or wolf berries every day o They are a source of antioxidants and beta-carotene o Chinese medicines use them as a natural cure for vision problems • Consume foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids • Consume fish like: o Salmon o Mackerel o Sardines o Tuna • Consume soybeans, pumpkin seeds, walnuts and leafy greens
These remedies are based on the principles of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of healing, and are completely natural, non-invasive, and can be prepared at home. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist. Refer to the terms of use. |
