Itching, photophobia, tearing, burning, swelling, redness and the sensation of having a foreign body in the eye are symptoms of conjunctivitisan iinflammation of the conjunctivato. The anterior part of the eyeball and the inside of the eyelids are covered by a thin and delicate transparent membrane that, when irritates either inflames, reddens.
Initially, watery secretions are produced, but they can become purulent. Although it is not a serious condition, it is advisable to remedy it; otherwise, could damage the cornea and get complicated.
Common causes of conjunctivitis
- An infection caused by germs: Viruses or bacteria attack the conjunctiva through direct contact or as a consequence of a general condition (cold, measles…).
- Allergies: The inflammation arises from an allergic reaction to pollen, dust, certain cosmetics, etc.
- The toxic ones: It occurs when, by accident, some irritating product falls into the eye. They are traumatic conjunctivitis.
- Strain your eyesight: Reading, writing, sewing, working with the computer or carrying out any activity that requires repeated visual effort, especially in poor lighting conditions, can inflame the ocular conjunctiva.
Very effective plants
In addition to taking hygienic measures how not to scratch your eyes with your hands, use hypoallergenic cosmetics and dry yourself with towels that no one else uses, it helps to combine a natural or homeopathic internal treatment with local care based on drops, eye baths or compresses soaked in warm herbal teas.
For this, they use floors that act on the ocular surface, disinfecting it and mitigating the symptoms. Only a tablespoon of the chosen plant is needed, which will be left boil three minutes in 250 ml of water and rest for another five.
the most popular, has an emollient, antiseptic and healing effect.
- The cornflower flowersreduce inflammation of the anterior part of the eyeball
- He witch hazel softens and relieves itching caused by dust, smoke or fatigue
- The decoction of oak bark It is indicated in allergic conjunctivitis
- The St. Robert’s wort It is very useful if there is abundant discharge and rheumatism.
- The infusion of rose petals relieves itching and reduces inflammation
- The chamomile
The magical eyebright
This plant, very effective against eye conditions, contains the glucoside aucubin, tannins, phenolic acids, flavonoids, as well as vitamins A and C. Has antiseptic propertiesanti-inflammatory and astringent, especially effective on the conjunctival mucosa.
It gives very good results wash with an infusionof eyebright’s bleary eyes: drags secretions and reduces inflammation of the membranes. It is prepared with 40 g of plant per liter of water and an eye wash is performed by letting the liquid fall from the outside in, that is, from the temple to the nose.
Parsley poultice for eyes
The humble parsley is an effective emergency remedy thanks to your anti-inflammatory action and it helps a lot when you don’t have more specific plants on hand.
Some fresh plant leaves are crushed in a mortar until they become juice. A piece of gauze is soaked and the formed paste is wrapped with it, leaving it inside. It is applied to the affected eye two or three times a day, which is very effective to mitigate the first symptoms.
4 essential nutrients
- Anthocyanins. 250-300 mg of anthocyanins daily improve visual acuity, performance, and contrast sensitivity. Blueberries contain these antioxidants in large proportions.
- Lutein. This carotene, present in egg yolk, spinach, peppers and yellow fruits, protects the eye from ultraviolet light. Optimal dose to maintain eye health: 6 mg per day.
- Omega-3. EPA and DHA fatty acids are precursors of anti-inflammatory molecules, so they help prevent. From 750 mg to 3 g per day are required depending on the state of health.
- Vitamins A and E. A diet rich in beta-carotene and vitamin E reduces the risk of eye problems. Daily dose: 15 mg of naturally occurring carotenoids and 400 IU of vitamin E.