Research into the retina and optic nerve using stem-cell models has unveiled specific genetic markers of glaucoma—the world’s leading cause of permanent blindness— possibly opening up new treatments for the condition. Glaucoma is a blanket term describing a group of eye conditions that do damage to the retinal ganglion cells—neurons near the inner eye— that…
Secrets of Permanent Blindness Revealed by Stem-cell Research
June 28, 2022
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Presbyopia Is the Body Aging—2 Tea Recipes to Nourish the Body and Protect the Eyes
June 24, 2022
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When the symptoms of presbyopia appear, it means that the body has started aging. However, more and more people in their 30s are getting presbyopia early. Fortunately, there are some ways to protect your eyes and fight aging. It is very common for people with presbyopia to have to hold things farther away in order…
One in Three People Has This Eye Parasite
It can damage your vision, be harmful during pregnancy and may not initially cause symptoms. Take these steps to prevent infection, and greater care if you are pregnant. STORY AT-A-GLANCE Toxoplasma gondii is the parasite responsible for the infection toxoplasmosis. If the parasite reaches the retina, it causes ocular toxoplasmosis, with symptoms including lesions on…
Treating the Brain Through the Eyes
Have you ever heard of vision therapy? Not the eye muscle-building type, but the professionally administered vision therapy that actually makes changes in the brain? The individualized progressive treatment that uses optical devices such as prisms, filters, and lights, and integrates motor and cognitive skills? You’ve never heard of it? Then read on. More than 50…
7 Contributors of Cataracts and 6 Exercises to Prevent Them
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness, accounting for 79.4 percent of such cases. After age 40, the risk of developing cataracts increases every decade. According to census data, by age 75, half of all Caucasian Americans will have cataracts, and at age 80, it reaches 70 percent. The risk for black Americans is at…
Myopia Laser Surgery: Sight Restoration or Blindness? What the Experts Aren’t Telling You
Myopia does not necessarily require a lifetime of wearing glasses. Nowadays, there is a way to restore normal vision–myopia laser surgery. However, in recent years, there has been a growing controversy regarding this type of surgery. Many studies and cases have shown that it may cause some people to lose their vision instead of gaining…
Miraculous Reflexology: How to Give Yourself a Foot Massage That Heals the Body
May 27, 2022
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As an old saying goes, “The root dries up first before a tree dies, and the feet grow feeble first when a man ages.” The feet not only support the weight of the whole body, but also have a close relationship with the individual’s overall health. Foot massage can improve many small health issues throughout…
Crusty Eyes: Waking up With Too Much Rheum May Be a Warning Sign for 3 Major Diseases
When we wake up every morning, it is normal to have some eye “crust” or “goop” in our eyes. However, if there is a sudden increase, there might be three potential reasons behind this, with one of them being a very infectious eye disease. When we sleep at night, our eyes remove some of the…
A Guide for Healthy Eyes
Eye health can seem a little basic at times. Sure, you shouldn’t stare directly into the sun, but is that really it? Of course not. Your eyes, just like the rest of your body, need to be taken care of. Different eye conditions can appear over time, however many are treatable and avoidable. Some common…
Proven Natural Remedies for Eye Health
The eyes may be the window to the soul, but the liver is the key to their well-being. So, if your eyes are acting up, you may want to take a look at your liver. Yes, that’s right – the liver. According to TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), the liver meridian supports the free flow of…
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