Improving one’s eyesightBy Kam Chai Heng DISCLAIMER • The information that is presented today is not intended to replace the advice of your physician. • You should consult your doctor on any medical condition which concerns you. • I strongly recommend that you have a normal eye test done at any of our local hospitals or even your general physician. • The intent of this Presentation is solely informational and educational. 1. Introduction. 2. Anatomy of the Eye. 3. How the Eye Works. 4. Myths. 5. Common Eye Conditions. 6. Aids to improving one’s eyesight. Introduction • Dr. W.H. Bates, MD – “Sight Without Glasses” • Many methods to improve one’s eyesight:- – Bates Method –Program for Better Vision –Natural Eye Care –Etc. Basic Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye Basic Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye Basic Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye Basic Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye How the Eye Works How the Eye Works How the Eye Works How the Eye Works Myths • Poor vision is caused by weak eye muscles. • Dr. Richard Kavner (Total Vision) says, “we know that each eye muscle has at least 50 to 100 times the strength it needs.” • Tension in these muscles causes rigid eye movements. • The eyes can be retrained. An ancient yoga exercise Common Eye Conditions EYE CONDITIONS BY CATEGORY • Refractive Eye Conditions: 1. Myopia (near-sightedness) 2. Astigmatism 3. Hyperopia (far-sightedness) 4. Presbyopia. Common Eye Conditions EYE CONDITIONS BY CATEGORY • Refractive Eye Conditions. • Functional Eye Conditions. • External Eye Conditions. • Chronic Eye Conditions. 2. Astigmatism • Common & occurs in both myopia & hyperopia. • Usually on both eyes sometimes on one. • Not a fixed entity. Figure 8 Exercise Effortless Focus Astigmatic Mirror Astigmatic Mirror 3. Hyperopia Eye Massage Eye Massage 4. Presbyopia. Hop Scotch exercise To strengthen focusing ability:- • Take 2 deep breaths. • Hold your thumb out at arm’s length. Look directly at your thumb and take a deep breath. • Move the thumb 3” closer. Again look directly at it and take a deep breath. • Continue to move your thumb in 3” at a time, focusing each time & breathing. Once the thumb is 3” from your eyes begin again. Cataracts Simple DIY Treatment Reverses Cataracts • A high protein diet, Vitamin A, niacin, thiamin & riboflavin. • DMSO eye drops. Simple DIY Treatment Reverses Cataracts • Glutathione is essential for cataract prevention. • The sclera of the eye is dependent on vitamin C for good health. • Cataract begins when Vitamin C is deficient. Simple DIY Treatment Reverses Cataracts Here is the formulation: DMSO – 6.25 % Vitamin C – 1.25 % Glutathione – 1.25 % USE IT FOR PREVENTION!!! It stings momentarily & quickly passes. Diet & Cataracts “Blue Mountain Eye Study” in Sydney, Australia Higher intake of protein, Vitamin A, niacin, thiamin & riboflavin were associated with reduced prevalence of nuclear cataract. Glaucoma Glaucoma – a proven natural cure • A combined nutritional therapy may be very useful. • In 1977 study of 100 glaucoma patients in West Africa utlized a regiment of Vitamin C, A & E. • Pressures were reduced to normal within a week. Glaucoma – A proven, Natural Cure • 1 st step in glaucoma mgmt: prevention. • Avoid hydrogenated fats & processed foods. – Eat a diet rich in natural sources of Vitamin C & bioflavonoids (green leafy vegetables, colored veggies & fruit). – Omega 3 oils would be useful. • Chelation therapy will reduce eye pressure. Glaucoma – A proven, Natural Cure • Have the glaucoma condition closely monitored by an eye specialist. • Regular measurement of eye pressure is important. • Do not discontinued your drugs if you are embarking on a nutritional program. • Do not discontinue your drugs on your own . • When there is improvement can the drugs be carefully weaned under strict medical supervision. Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration • MD is easier to prevent than treat. • Eating one serving per week of omega-3 rich fish will reduce onset condition by 40%. • Vegetarians can get their omeag-3 from nuts, ground flaxseeds & green leafy vegetables. Flood, V.M., B. Chua, et al. “Dietary fatty acids and the 5 year incidence of age-related maculopathy,” 2005; 14 Suppl:S82 Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration Opthalmologist Dr. Edward Kondrot, a designer & research of MCS said… “with free-radical processes of aging, UV energy, & additional assaults from improper nutrition, our eyes need protection. What is more, with aging, the ability of cells of the macula to manufacture ATP wanes. Cells conserve energy by maintaining only the most critical functions, like maintaining membrane integrity. Macular Degeneration • MCS increases ATP concentrations of cells & thus increases the ability of cells to rid themselves of waste products. • These observations led to very recent research into the effects of MCS on macular degeneration Macular Degeneration Aids to improve your vision • Ensure good lighting is present when reading or working. • Looking up and away from near tasks to distant objects regularly. • Breathe, Blink, Smile often. • The old eyebath & massaging your eyes. • Diet . • Exercise. The old eyebath • Pour lukewarm water into a basin & dissolve a teaspoon of salt in the water. • Immerse your face in the water covering your eyes. Now open your eyes while your face is in the water. Stay for about 30s. • Come out & take some deep breaths, then have another 30s eye bath. – If you can, stir the water in a circular motion, either clockwise/ counter-clockwise before immersing your face in the basin. Diet As new research is completed on nutrition & health, it continues to confirm the importance of targeted nutritional supplementation for vision preservation in people suffering from vision threatening conditions or people at risk for such conditions. Exercise Video presenting a series of exercises for vision improvement by Dr. Marc Grossman Sources: Dr. W.H. Bate MD - Bates Method. Dr. Marc Grossman , OD, LAc Natural Eye Care Dr. Robert J. Rowen MD, Mr. Martin Sussman - Program for Better Vision. Mr. Chet Cunningham – Macular Degeneration Handbook. A dozen natural health news letters such as Nutrition & Health, Second Opinion, Real Cure, Mayo Clinic Health Letter, Dr. Mercola, etc. How to stop eye damage caused by a poor diet • Excess amounts of molecules in the white blood cell - cytokine interleukin (IL6). • When glucose level is high with angiotensin2 hormone, this mixed with IL6 produce inflammation. How to stop eye damage caused by a poor diet • IL6 can be controlled by eating plenty of phytochemicals. • Best bioflavonoid is epicatechin (EC) • Green Tea is rich in EC PEACE & JOY TO ALL BEINGS