by Setareh Kiumarsi
In fall and winter, big and small cities all share an uninvited guest…
Who?
Mr. Polluted Air!
And if we’re forced to be out and about in this polluted air, our eyes start protesting with burning, redness, discharge, or excessive gunk.
So how can we show our eyes some love and take care of them during these days?
In half a cup of boiling water, add 1 teaspoon of black tea (or 1 tea bag) + ½ teaspoon of haritaki powder + 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
Let it steep.
It’s good to also add a pinch of salt (pink Himalayan salt is ideal) and 1 teaspoon of raw honey.
Eye Care
Once it’s brewed and cooled down, strain the mixture, pour it into a small bowl, and rinse your eyes by opening and closing them in the liquid (it might sting a bit, don’t worry). Then soak a cotton pad in rosewater and gently wipe your eyelids with it.
If you’re up for it, do this eye rinse daily. This mixture not only supports your overall eye health but can also be effective for many eye conditions (like glaucoma, cataracts, infections, excessive tearing, and more).
Too much hassle? Wondering who has time to prepare such a strange combo?
How about simply rinsing your precious eyes with some strained and cooled chamomile tea?
What else?
Whenever you get a moment, do a little eye exercise:
Sit comfortably on the floor or in a chair. First, look to the left, then to the right. Repeat this 3 times. Now look up at the ceiling, then down at the floor. Repeat 3 times. Roll your eyes clockwise 3 times, then counterclockwise 3 times. Now, gaze at the farthest point in the room for a few seconds, then focus on the tip of your nose for a few seconds.
Next, rub your palms together until they’re warm and place them over your eyes. Open your eyes and stare into the darkness created by your palms for 30 seconds.
Finally, press your index, middle, and ring fingers together and use them to gently massage around your eyes and over your sinuses in circular, clockwise motions.
May both your eyes and your whole self be full of health.
Please be sure to credit the author, Setareh Kiumarsi, when sharing or republishing this article, which was written with love and the hope of well-being for all.
