Sitting in front of screen for long hours leads to an increase in eye complaints like eye strain, dry eye, headaches, and insomnia.
Eyes are one of the most wonderful parts of our body. Our eyes are by far the most important sensory organs we possess and eyesight is the
best gift we have received. They not only express the emotions but also reflect our health status.
According to Ayurveda the eyes are a seat of Pitta dosha (the fire element), and most eye problems result from pitta imbalance. The sub dosha, Alochaka pitta helps in vision, the main function of eye.
Ayurveda adopts a holistic approach in treating eye defects. By the use of powerful herbs that are present in the nature, Ayurveda helps to strengthen the eye muscles, reduce eye strain and improve eyesight.
Ayurvedic tips for improving eye health
Cooling Measures
To balance the pitta dosha follow cooling measures. Clean eyes with cold water as soon as you get up in the morning and after coming from outside.
Triphala
Take 2-3 teaspoon of Triphala powder. Soak this in 1 cup of water at night. Allow this mixture to infuse for overnight. Sieve the water in the morning and use this water to wash your eyes in the morning.
This eye washing method is strengthening for eyes because Triphala contains haritaki, bibhitaki and amalaki. This herbs balances pitta dosha. Amalaki, in particular contains Vitamin C which helps in reducing eye stress.
Tripahala is an ayurvedic cleanser and detoxifier.
Massage
For dry eyes, take 2 drops of castor oil and massage both eyes lightly at night. And Rub some castor oil at the sole of the feet and massage gently.
(During hot weather use brahmi or coconut oil)
Cucumber
Cucumber is well known for its anti-irritation properties. Take cucumber slices and place them on each eye for 15-20 minutes. As cucumber has high water content, it works as a great remedy for dry eyes.
Palming
Practice palming. Rub your palms rapidly for 10 seconds. Place them on closed eyes. Repeat 3-4 times to relax your eyes.
Eye drops
I-tone eye drops can be used twice a day for reducing burning and irritation in the eyes.
Bed time eye drops
For dry itchy eyes, put a drop of unrefined sesame oil in each eye before sleeping.
For irritated eyes, put a drop of pure castor oil.
For burning eyes, put a drop of rosewater.
Amla Juice
Drink Amla juice. Amla helps in balancing pitta dosha. Around 20 ml of amla juice can be taken daily.
Rose water
Dip cotton balls in rosewater and place it on eyes. Rosewater will help in relieving burning sensation.
Ghee
Applying ghee to the eyes is also beneficial. It contains vitamin A in natural form. Gently massage your eyes with a drop of pure ghee.
Apart from these eye care home remedies , a proper balanced diet and exercise helps in maintaining good eyesight. We must take special care of our eyes as they help us to experience the world around us as we learn, read and grow.