You may not be too familiar with Turmeric and Wolfberries. But these are two items that can help you have better eyesight.

 Turmeric has been used in many Asian countries as a spice and for medicine to fight infections and as an anti-inflammatory. It is derived from the root of the curcuma plant.It is known that oxidation of the lens of the eye is one of the main causes of eye problems which often this leads to cataracts. Many feel that taking turmeric decreases oxidation of the lens and therefore helps to maintain the health of the eyes. It can be used with water as a salve and applied to the eye for treating conjunctivitis and to reduce pain. A lotion referred to as Mamira is made from combining turmeric powder, camphor, and rose water. Applying this to the bottom lid helps with vision sharpness and is believed to reverse some kinds of blindness.

Turmeric is sometimes used in its fresh form but more often is made into a powder. It has a fragrance quite similar to that of oranges and ginger. A supplement for treating eye disorders turmeric is available as an extract made into powder and also can be found in capsule form. You may find it sold in combination with other substances such as glucosamine.

Why do we say that wolfberries may improve eyesight?

Most people in North America have never heard of wolfberries. The people in China certainly have and is most noted there as the fruit that’s ‘good for the eyes.’ You can eat them like raisins; make deserts, tea, stew, soup, juice and wine from them. They are not only tasty but very nutritious. They contain most all of the amino acids, more beta carotene than carrots, much more Vitamin C than oranges, and are also rich in vitamins B1, B6 and E and other minerals. Many say it is the most potent antioxidant fruit.

What about it gives us the basis to boast that wolfberries improve eyesight? Beginning back in the first century it was used as a tonic to restore kidney and liver functions. Problems with eyesight, particularly blurred vision, may be due to a lack of yin in the liver and kidney which is why wolfberries are used as an effective cure. It can be combined with chrysanthemum flower, Chinese yam and other herbs to replenish yin and thereby improve vision. It has been used in China to improve vision disorders such as cataracts, retinopathy as well as macular degeneration. Today many of the products derived from this plant are widely available.

These are just two ways to improve eyesight. There are many other foods that improve eyesight as well as eyesight supplements.  Refer also to Rebuild Your Vision for more ways to improve your vision.

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