Eye problems and eye disorders - Resources tips

Eye problems and eye disorders have a major impact. Eyesight is essential. Certain eye problems and eye diseases can be positively influenced by, among other things, vitamins, antioxidants, carotenoids. Elderly people and Diabetics have an increased risk of eye problems. Eye problems and conditions such as cataracts, cataracts, glaucoma (green cataracts), hypersensitive eyes, etc. are discussed in conjunction with healthy tips and suitable supplements.

Eye problems: healthy tips

People with good eyesight often do not realize how important this is, as they take it for granted. Yet everyone's eyes deteriorate over time due to the aging process. Sometimes, however, one already has eye problems at a young (er) age. Below a number of common eye problems are discussed in connection with nutrition, supplements and healthy tips will be given, mainly from an Orthomolecular approach.

Gray cataracts or lens opacity (cataract) is a condition involving impaired vision. Because the lens of the eye becomes opaque, black shadows and day and night blindness occur. The condition starts with vision loss; small spots are also seen. People often also see circles when looking at points of light. Causes of cataracts include: damage to the lens of the eye, diabetes or prolonged use of adrenal cortex hormones and the effect of heat on the eye.

A statement that almost everyone knows - a popular wisdom - is that eating lots of carrots is good for the eyes. This is indeed true, as carrots contain beta-carotene that is good for the eyes, among other things. Beyond the well-known carrots, there are more nutrients and / or supplements that have an overall positive effect on the eyes and can help to limit the damage of free radicals, such as:

Vitamin A, C and E Selenium Manganese Vitamin B 2 Zinc Taurine Carotenoids, especially lutein Herbs (including black currant) Eyebright Bioflavonoids

Disturbed sugar metabolism can lead to a greater chance or risk of eye problems. Often there is an increased eye pressure, which damages the lens. With a generally disturbed sugar metabolism, vitamin C and bioflavonoids can help to reduce or help prevent damage.

Research shows a striking shortage of certain nutrients in people with cataracts. 25 to 30% of the studied group showed a deficiency of:

Radiation can cause cataracts. Radiation from sunlight, tanning beds, screens and artificial light activate the devastating free radicals that damage the eye. Sunglasses by no means offer sufficient protection here. Important dietary factors against free radicals are:

Bloodshot eyes are often the result of inflammation, alcohol use or stress. It is important to avoid alcohol and stress as much as possible. Blood vessel damage is repaired by:

Burning eyes can be the result of hypersensitivity reactions. Substances such as cigarette smoke, chlorine, contact lens solution and make-up can irritate the eye. It is important to avoid these substances as much as possible. For example, choose lens solution and make-up that have been specifically tested for allergies (allergen).

Hypersensitivity reactions of a more severe nature than mentioned above are often allergies. Allergic reactions are caused by the malfunctioning of the immune system. It is important to avoid the allergen, but also to strengthen the immune system. Suitable nutrients and supplements for this are:

Glaucoma or green cataracts is a condition in which the pressure in the eyeball is too high, causing the lens to get harder and eventually damaged. This can sometimes even lead to blindness if not treated in time. There is still much to be done with early identification. Glaucoma is much more common in women than in men. The moisture balance in the eye and therefore the eye pressure can be positively influenced by:

Conjunctivitis can result from bacterial and viral contamination or from thermal damage. The following nutrients promote recovery from this eye problem and have a beneficial effect on the immune system:

Dry eyes can be the result of tear duct disease, allergies, vitamin A deficiency or an extremely dry environment. Dry eyes can also be a first symptom of rheumatoid arthritis. Extra vitamin A and vitamin B 2 are beneficial for this eye problem.

Itchy eyes can be the result of an allergy, a dry environment, conjunctivitis, hypersensitivity to light and other radiation. Appropriate means and treatment depend on the cause, but in a general sense, the eyebright herb is helpful in this problem.

Hypersensitivity to light can be caused by thermal stress (eg welder's eyes), a vitamin B 2 deficiency. It can also be a side effect of medications. It can also be genetic and congenital eye weakness.

Yellow eye whites may indicate excessive protein in the eye, reduced liver function, hepatitis (liver inflammation), gallstones or bile block, side effects of certain medications and / or an impaired metabolism of vitamin B 2.

Both are usually congenital and not essentially treatable. In some cases, a deficiency of vitamin A and / or zinc can be the cause. If so, the condition improves with supplementation. A beneficial agent is black currant (extract), it contains zinc and flavonoids, which has a positive effect on vision.

These eye damage can be caused by objects in the eye, radiation, free radicals or a disturbed sugar metabolism. Cataract is the most commonly used collective term for these damages. Lens damage and contaminants cannot be eliminated by the body, but are usually encapsulated. Which leads to blurred vision and loss of vision.

Carotenoids are important in addition to the use of antioxidants. It is beneficial to eat vegetables that are high in carotenoids. To supplement the old folk wisdom 'carrots', eat as much (fresh) vegetables as possible like: