Cataract
Explanation
Cataract is most commonly found among aged people and often considered to occur because of the aging process. When the clear lens of the eye gets cloudy which blurs your vision, such a condition of your eye is termed as Cataract. Generally the power of eye lens rises during the growth of old age cataract which causes myopia (near-sightedness). If Cataracts are not treated at the right time then it may cause loss of vision and in some cases potential blindness. Though the condition occurs in both eyes, it is often found that one eye is affected before the other.
Reasons/Causes
Our eye lens are made up of water and proteins. The protein helps in keeping the lens clean in order to let the light flow to generate a clear vision on the surface of retina. With age, these proteins often bind with each other and form a cloud around the lens area. Hence, it causes age-related cataract. If not treated soon the cataract grows denser and cloud the lens in a way that can lead to blindness. Please note that, Cataract shouldn’t be mistaken as tumour or growth.
In addition to age-related cataracts, there are many cases of secondary cataracts which are not age-related. Same as the age-related cataract, secondary cataracts also occur due to clouding of proteins around the lens area which is generally as a result of an eye injury, eye surgery or exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiations or ionizing.
Signs/Symptoms
The signs or symptoms of cataracts are:
As per Ayurveda, this condition is known as Linga Nasha or Timira. The main reason for this condition is considered to be aggravated Vata. The most important property of Vata is to dry your body organs when necessary. As this property diminishes around the lens, the eyes lacks transparency and the eyesight gets blocked. Such a condition is called Cataract.
If diagnosed very early, Cataract can be treated and cured with the help of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic treatment for Cataract focuses on nourishing and strengthening the tissues and nerves of the eye as well as control the intensified body energies.
Lifestyle Guide & Recommended Diet
Ghee, especially maha triphala ghee is very beneficial in Cataract to control the highly intensified vata. Maha Triphala ghee can help in nourishing and strengthening the tissues and nerves of the eye ball. Triphala also helps in preventing constipation as it is highly important to make sure the person doesn’t suffer from constipation during Cataract condition. Triphala is also helpful in improving eyesight.
Homemade Therapies
Disclaimer:
Please note that we don’t claim to cure the problem. We are just providing a supplementary treatment using ancient study of Ayurveda.
Cataract is most commonly found among aged people and often considered to occur because of the aging process. When the clear lens of the eye gets cloudy which blurs your vision, such a condition of your eye is termed as Cataract. Generally the power of eye lens rises during the growth of old age cataract which causes myopia (near-sightedness). If Cataracts are not treated at the right time then it may cause loss of vision and in some cases potential blindness. Though the condition occurs in both eyes, it is often found that one eye is affected before the other.
Reasons/Causes
Our eye lens are made up of water and proteins. The protein helps in keeping the lens clean in order to let the light flow to generate a clear vision on the surface of retina. With age, these proteins often bind with each other and form a cloud around the lens area. Hence, it causes age-related cataract. If not treated soon the cataract grows denser and cloud the lens in a way that can lead to blindness. Please note that, Cataract shouldn’t be mistaken as tumour or growth.
In addition to age-related cataracts, there are many cases of secondary cataracts which are not age-related. Same as the age-related cataract, secondary cataracts also occur due to clouding of proteins around the lens area which is generally as a result of an eye injury, eye surgery or exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiations or ionizing.
Signs/Symptoms
The signs or symptoms of cataracts are:
- Vision generally becomes blurry, foggy or cloudy.
- Short-sightedness
- Dual vision
- Not able to recognize colours
- Issues with glare at day or night
- Changes in Power of Lens
As per Ayurveda, this condition is known as Linga Nasha or Timira. The main reason for this condition is considered to be aggravated Vata. The most important property of Vata is to dry your body organs when necessary. As this property diminishes around the lens, the eyes lacks transparency and the eyesight gets blocked. Such a condition is called Cataract.
If diagnosed very early, Cataract can be treated and cured with the help of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic treatment for Cataract focuses on nourishing and strengthening the tissues and nerves of the eye as well as control the intensified body energies.
Lifestyle Guide & Recommended Diet
Ghee, especially maha triphala ghee is very beneficial in Cataract to control the highly intensified vata. Maha Triphala ghee can help in nourishing and strengthening the tissues and nerves of the eye ball. Triphala also helps in preventing constipation as it is highly important to make sure the person doesn’t suffer from constipation during Cataract condition. Triphala is also helpful in improving eyesight.
- Animal products such as cow milk, butter and ghee is recommended.
- Include wheat, rice, moong dal, spinach, methi in your daily diet.
- Eat fruits such as banana, grapes, pomegranates, apples and oranges regularly.
- Stop eating spicy, sour, saline or bitter food.
- Avoid over exposure to sun or heat.
- Get rid of stress, anxiety or anger as it intensifies vata and pitta doshas.
Homemade Therapies
- It is highly recommended to eat fennel seeds to cure Cataract. Include fennel seeds in your diet every morning.
- Consume foods rich with Vitamin A. Carrot juice is considered to be a rich source of Vitamin A.
- Mix triphala in water and leave it overnight. In the morning use the water to rinse and wash your eyes.
- Chandrodaya Vati alongwith honey improves blood circulation and helps in nourishing ocular tissues. Apply the mixture regularly.
- Make a mixture of ½ teaspoon of mulethi powder, ½ teaspoon of honey and ¼ teaspoon of ghee. Take the mixture twice a day on an empty stomach.
- Yoga postures such as shirsasana and sarvangasana are highly recommended in Cataract.
Disclaimer:
Please note that we don’t claim to cure the problem. We are just providing a supplementary treatment using ancient study of Ayurveda.
