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Eyes
Description
Three layered spherical structure specialized for receiving and
responding to light.
The Eye is the body's organ of sight.
These Substances Enhance the General Health of the Eyes
ENDOGENOUS SUBSTANCES
Carbohydrates
Hyaluronic Acid is the major fluid in the Eyes.
Carotenoids
Retinene is essential to Eyesight - it combines with Opsin to
form the visual Pigment - Rhodopsin.
Pigments
Rhodopsin (composed of Opsin and Retinene) is the major
Visual Pigment in the Rods and Cones of the Retina of the Eye.
When light strikes Rhodopsin within the Eyes, Retinene is
bleached from Rhodopsin leading to Nerve Impulses that relay the
sense of sight to the Brain.
In darkness, Retinene and Opsin are recombined to form
Rhodopsin.
In intense light, Rhodopsin may be split at a faster rate than it
can be reconstituted, leading to temporary day blindness.
Proteins
Collagen is an important structural component of the Eyes.
Opsin is essential to Eyesight - it combines with Retinene to
form the visual Pigment - Rhodopsin.
EXOGENOUS SUBSTANCES
Amino Acids
Glutathione concentrates in the optic lens of the Eye and
accelerates the recovery from Eye Surgery.
Taurine concentrates in the Retina of the Eyes and is
essential for Eyesight.
Antioxidants
Antioxidants accumulate in the Eyes to a greater extent than
in the rest of the body.
Carbohydrates
The synthetic Mucopolysaccharide Pharmaceutical Drug Viscoat - is injected into the Eye to protect against corneal loss
during cataract surgery and artificial lens implantation [scientific
research - Viscoat's benefits accrue from its Chondroitin Sulphate
and Hyaluronic Acid content].
Carotenoids
Beta-Carotene enhances the health of the Eyes.
Lutein concentrates in the Macula (yellow spot on the back)
of the Eyes.
Zeanthin concentrates in the Macula of the Eyes.
Fatty Acids
Vision disturbances are a symptom of Alpha-Linolenic Acid
(LNA) deficiency [scientific research].
Various Superunsaturated Fatty Acids concentrate in the Cell
Membranes of the Retina of the Eyes and are involved in the
conversion of Light entering the Eyes into Nerve Impulses
involving Sight:
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Clupanodonic Acid
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)
Minerals
Chromium deficiency may cause poor Eyesight.
Iron deficiency may cause a blue tinge around the whites of
the Eyes.
Selenium maintains the health of the Eyes.
Zinc concentrates in the Retina of the Eye.
Polyphenols
Anthocyanosides strengthen the lens of the Eye (by
improving blood supply to the eyes).
Kaempferol is beneficial for the health of the Eyes.
Myricetin improves the health of the Eyes.
Smart Drugs
Vincamine improves Blood Circulation to the Eyes.
Vitamins
Choline deficiency may cause degeneration of the Eyes.
Inositol stimulates the growth of Eye membranes.
Vitamin A improves the structural integrity of the Mucous
Membranes that line the Eyes and maintains the health of the
Cornea of the Eye [scientific research - Vitamin A deficiency can
result in Keratomalacia - i.e. ulceration of the Cornea].
Vitamin B2 improves the function of the Eyes.
Vitamin C concentrates in the Eyes.
The retina of the eye is very prone to degeneration when a
Vitamin E deficiency exists.
These Foods or Herbs Enhance the General Health of the Eyes
Active Constituents
Bilberry alleviates many Eye afflictions by improving blood
supply to the Eyes [scientific research - humans].
Anthocyanosides
Blueberries alleviate some Eye ailments and restore visual acuity
after exposure to Glare [scientific research - humans].
Anthocyanosides
Carrot (juice) guards against eye infections.
Chamomile (compress) soothes the eyes and helps them to heal.
Chinese Chrysanthemum (tea internally) helps to clear and
beautify the Eyes.
Fennel clears and beautifies the Eyes and is claimed to improve
vision.
Fenugreek Seeds improve the health of the Eyes.
Lemon Grass (tea) improves the general health of the Eyes.
These Environmental Factors Impair the Function of the Eyes
Altered Lighting
The use of Sunglasses impairs the absorption of the
Electromagnetic Radiation that is contained in Sunlight from
entering the Eyes (and preventing its subsequent stimulation of the
manufacture of Melatonin in the Pineal Gland) [caution - excessive
exposure of the Eyes to Electromagnetic Radiation can cause
Cataracts of the Eyes].
Sight and Eyes
Description
The Eyes and their role in the Sense of Sight, together with various
ailments that afflict the Eyes and the endogenous chemicals that
reside in the Eyes.
Biology of Sight
The Rods, Cones and Nerve Cells of the Retina of the Eye
are collectively known as Photoreceptors.
These Photoreceptors translate Light into Nerve Impulses for
transmission via the Optic Nerve to the Brain.
The Optic Nerve enters an area of the Brain known as the
Lateral Geniculate Body which partially processes data and passes
this data to the Visual Cortex at the rear of the Brain.
Eyes - Dry
Also known as: Xeropthalmia
Description
Drying of the Tear Ducts of the Eyes that manifests as Dry Eyes.
These Substances Alleviate Dry Eyes
Vitamins
Dry Eyes can occur as a result of Vitamin A deficiency.
Eye Inflammation
Description
Inflamed Eyes usually involve sore eyes accompanied by stinging
and irriation associated with watery or thick discharges.
These Substances Alleviate Eye Inflammation
Minerals
Eye Inflammation ("burning eyes") are a symptom of Iron
deficiency.
Vitamins
Eye Inflammation can occur as a result of Vitamin A
deficiency.
Vitamin C alleviates Eye Inflammation (diluted and used in
eye baths).
These Foods or Herbs Alleviate Eye Inflammation
Active Constituents
Bilberry stabilizes the Capillaries of the Eyes and reduce their
permeability where leaking Capillaries are the cause of the Eye
Inflammation. Anthocyanosides
Chamomile (compress applied topically to the Eyes) alleviates Eye
Inflammations.
Eyebright (tea ingested internally, not externally) [anecdotal
reports].
Goldenseal (root ingested internally) [American Indians traditional
use and herbalists since the 1800s].
These Substances Can Cause Eye Inflammation
Light
Fluorescent Light - especially Cool White Fluorescent Light
is associated with Eye Inflammations.
Minerals
Excessive exposure to inorganic Chlorine can cause corneal
loss to the Eyes.
Polyphenolic Compounds
Excessive Hypericin can cause severe Inflammation of the
Mucous Membranes of the Eyes (due to the generation of
excessive amounts of Singlet Oxygen).
Recreational Drugs
Tobacco smoking causes Eye Inflammation.
These Herbs Can Cause Eye Inflammation
Toxic Constituents
Excessive consumption of Saint John's Wort can cause severe
Inflammation of the Mucous Membranes of the Eyes (due to the
generation of excessive amounts of Singlet Oxygen). Hypericin
These Factors Can Cause Eye Inflammation
Cardiovascular System
Leaking Capillaries in the Eyes can cause Eye
Inflammations.
Immune System
Allergies can often be the underlying cause of Eye
Inflammations - Allergy-based Eye Inflammations cause Watery
Eyes due to the release of excessive Histamine by the body's Mast
Cells.
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