The Clear Vision System

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Description:
What if I told you that there was a simple way to relieve even the most severe eye
conditions; things like glaucoma, cataracts, blurry vision, and even blocked blood
vessels? Inside this never-before-seen manual by bestselling author and U.C. Berkley
trained ophthalmologist Dr. Richard Dunridge, youll be shown a simple and easy to
follow program that can permanently clear up your vision in as little as one month from
now and without any surgeries, medications, or over-the-counter medications. This is
one that Big Eyecare does NOT want you finding out about, which is why the only way
you can get a hold of it is right here...
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Please note that any guidelines or advice given hereof are not a substitute to medical
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advice given in this book.
If you are under medication or have doubts following the advice given here, consult your
doctor without delay!
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter One: The Eyes Anatomy & Pathology

An explanation of the eyes anatomy & visual perception
Chapter Two: Reinvention of Vision

A look at healthy diet, eye control and exercise
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Chapter Three: To Set Things Straight

A look at different eye tests
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Conclusion
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Introduction
Like many patients, you find that modern medicine makes you sick and tired. For people
with vision problems, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma or cataracts, the cure can
be worse than the disease. Medications and surgery have nasty side effects, and often
cost too much money. These treatments never cure the disease, they just relieve the
symptoms. Most people rely on conventional medicine thinking I have no choice.
Good News: with the Clear Vision System, you do have a choice. You can choose to take
an active role in curing your vision problems. Through a combination of a healthy diet,
aerobic exercise, nutritional supplements, along with proven eye exercises, you can
choose a natural plan to regain good eyesight, and good health. Naturethrough diet
and mineralsis a far better cure than harsh chemicals peddled by the medical
establishment. Clear Vision brings harmony to the human body, and that harmony rids
the eyes of disease.
Vision is the most essential of the five senses. Images, by the medium of light, are
refracted through the eye. They arrive at the optic nerve and are sent to the brain. In
other words, the eyes work like a digital camerathe lens records an image, which is
sent to a memory card (the human brain). When the eyes cant function properly, peoples
lives become more complicated. They dont get to see much of what makes life enjoyable:
a beautiful sunrise or sunset; the family sitting around the dinner table, or just those
minor social signals at a party (a flirtatious look or warning glare).
Serious eye problems, such as glaucoma and cataracts can leave you feeling dependent
and helpless. You may need help reading the mail, paying bills, getting dressed. Poor
vision is so frustrating and demoralizing. Doctors and medications dont really provide
much help. You should take charge of your eye health by using the Clear Vision System.
Use nature to restore one of natures most valuable assets: eyesight.
Change Your Approach

Take charge of your vision, and your vision will improve. The first step is to become an
educated patient. You have trouble with your eyes so you should learn everything
possible about the human eye: its anatomy; how your specific condition develops; the
conventional medical treatments as well as alternatives. It is your body, and your eyes.
You should know how they function, so you can ask the Doctors the relevant questions
and use other methods to treat your illness.
Why remain with traditional medicine when there are so many other therapies? People
who eat a healthy diet with the right vitamins and nutrients often find their overall health
and eyesight improves. These nutrients are found in protein, certain vegetables and
fruits. You can find many recipes to develop a delicious and nutritious eating plan. There
are also many vitamins that help restore or improve vision. Add aerobic exercise to a
balanced diet and you will tone your body, improve circulation and often regain some
visual acuity. Eye exercises, such as those found in The Bates Method or Yoga can help
relieve symptoms of glaucoma
Most importantly you gain confidence. Even the medical establishment admits there is a
link between a persons mental state and improving health or even complete healing. By
adding these elements to your treatment or even replacing conventional medicine with
this plan you can start your life anew. You will be in charge of your body, not a
subservient patient who endures often painful therapies and dangerous medications.
Remember, it is your visionnot your doctors. It doesnt belong to the big
pharmaceutical chains who run those folksy commercials featuring happy grandparents
frolicking with their grandchildren again thanks to a wonder drug or ointment. Human
beings have five senses: taste, touch, hearing, smell and vision. Vision is the most
important: people receive sensory information from their eyes, and all the parts of the
human eyeball filter that data, sending it to the optic nerve and the brain. A partial or
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total loss of eyesight is a disaster especially for adults or seniors who led independent
lives until their eyesight failed. Nobody wants to become dependent on friends, family
or health aides to read their mail to them, prepare their meals or help them perform
intimate chores such as washing or dressing.
No, people would rather be able to see their family and friends gathered around the table
at holidays. Imagine if you could not see the grandchildren take their first steps or watch
their first little league game. Poor vision means not being able to travel independently;
to be unable to appreciate the sunrise on a clear summer morning or watch 4th of July
fireworks.
So, regaining good vision requires hard work and dedication. Patients have to throw off
their passive role and become informed medical consumers. People wouldnt dream of
buying a house without knowing more about the house and the surrounding
neighborhood. It then makes sense that people ought to learn more about the anatomy
of the eye and every possible cure. Letting a doctor dictate your every move just doesnt
make sense where there are many available remedies. There are healthy foods, and
vitamins, as well as aerobic and optic exercises. These are tools to build good vision and
a better life!
Chapter 1: The Eyes Anatomy & Pathology

The first question is what is vision? Vision is the process where the internal parts of the
human eye use light to transport a perceived object to the brain, where the data is
converted into a concrete object. Many medical writers compare the human eyes to a
digital camera. The lens of the eye, like the camera lens, captures light, and brings it to
other parts of the eye. These parts, such as the retina, then transfer the light to the optic
nerve at the back of the eyes, and bring them to the optic nerve. The optic nerve then
sends this image to the brain, where it is analyzed and transformed from a sensory
impression into a named object. If one of these parts becomes diseased, the entire process
slows down and people have to cope with less vision and less awareness of their
surrounding world.
Heres a diagram of the human eye and the composition of the human eyeball. Its a
wonderfully intricate organonly one inch in diameter yet it plays an enormous role in
capturing and processing information:
Start at the beginning:
Eyelid: eyelids have two partsthe exterior and the interior. The exterior eyelid
protects the eye by means of skin and eye lashes, which help filter dust and other
irritants from the eyeball. The interior contains the conjunctiva and tear ducts
which also play a role in preserving eye health.
Pupil: the black spot in the center of the Iris (colored part of the eye). Pupils can
change their size, growing smaller in brightly lighted places/conditions and
enlarging when the light is low. They refract the light, and are the starting point
of lights journey to the optic nerve and brain.
Iris: named after the Greek goddess of the Rainbow, who was the link between
the gods and mankind, the iris is the colored membrane that surrounds the pupil.
The pupil is the opening in the iris that allows light to enter the interior of the
eyeball.
Sclera: the short answer is the whites of the eyes. It would not have had much
punch if General Israel Putman had bellowed: dont fire until you see their
sclera. The sclera consists of tissue, thicker in some sections and thinner in the
others. It protects the interior of the eye, especially the all-important optic nerve.
The Interior of the Eye

The following image shows how the external eyeball relates to the interior.
In order to make this entertaining and informative, we will begin at the left side of the
illustration and go counterclockwise. By the time you read about all these segments you
will have learned how the eye works.
Posterior Chamber: the part of the eye found in between the iris and the lens.
Anterior Chamber: filled with fluid, known as aqueous humor this chamber helps
maintain the internal pressure of the eyeball.
Cornea: composed of 5 layers of clear tissue, the cornea is the outermost layer of
the eyeball. It helps protect the eye from irritants, but also plays a role in refracting
the light that enters the eye. Should the corneal tissue become cloudy it will affect
vision.
Vitreous Body: another section of the eye that is largely composed of fluid. It is
located behind the lens and in front of the retina. This fluid is not bisected by
blood vessels, so the fluid can be somewhat stagnant. If a foreign substance
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becomes trapped in this region, it can cause floaters until the object is surgically
removed
Optic Nerve: a cranial nerve that carries light images from the retina to the brain.
The optic nerve is one of 12 nerves that originate from the brain, as compared to
the nerves that begin in the vertebrae.
Retina: a slender coating of matter coating the interior of the eye. It channels light
from the outer eye to the optic nerve and the brain.
Macula: yellow tissue found in the retinas center. This delicate tissue permits the
eye to capture detailed images.
Fovea: the central part of the macula that brings detailed vision to the eye. Da
Vinci, who is credited with discovering the fovea and its function described it as
being a straight line to the outside world. It allows humans to perform many
visual functions such as reading books or computer screens, hobbies such as
embroidery or jigsaw puzzles; detailed mechanical repairs and even surgery.
Visual Perception
Visual Perception is a complicated blend of function and sense. In the first instance, you
should think of human eyes as a digital camera. They even share a common partthe
lens. Like a camera lens, the pupils and iris refract light from the outside world, into the
eyeball, and it travels through the eye to the optic nerve, which then sends the image to
the brain. Its like taking a picture with your camera and then uploading it to your
computer. The image can be used immediately or stored for future reference.
The other part of visual perception centers on how the human brain uses that refracted
light. Think of the brain as a computerit receives visual data from the eyes and must
then interpret the data. This part of visual perception is linked to learning. Some of those
skills are
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Knowledge: what the person sees. The brain is going to rationalize what the eye
sees. That explains why people make mistakes in readingto read something as
Cats for Sale, then taking a second look and realizing it actually said Cots for
Sale Maybe that person was thinking about cats when they read the sign.
Sense of Direction: This is a spatial skill. After getting the information, the brain
decodes whether an object is up, down, left, right and so on. It plays an essential
role in learning to read, write or type.
Analysis: how the brain interprets the image.
Visual perception is receiving refracted light (image) through the eyes; sending the
message to the brain, and having the brain translate the image into information. When
the eye is injured, whether through an accident or illness, the learning process can be
delayed because the eye wont receive the complete image, or may be unable to transmit
it to the optic nerve. That is the main reason people should take control of their eye
health. Eyes are the main way we learn about our world. People should use every method
to regain vision, or maintain eyesight. The eyes deserve complete care, and proper
nutrition. they function well when people follow a healthy diet and exercise regimen,
one that includes aerobic and visual exercise.
Eye Care
Google searches can reveal how little and how much the average person knows about
their eyes. Many people still hold on to old ideas about eyesightthings that their
mother, teacher, or best friend told them. They dont realize what items can actually
harm their eyes because they obsess over childhood bugaboos. Perhaps theyre the same
people who run to their doctors when they see a TV broadcast about West Nile or Ebola
virus. The good news is there is plenty of accurate information about vision, what affects
eyesight, and the medications used to treat vision disorders.
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Myths about Things That Harm Vision

Even with the rise of the Internet, and the ability to research any medical topic, people
still have some odd ideas about their eyes. Check out medical message boards, or
websites like ask.comthere are plenty of questions such as:
Do eating carrots improve vision?
Wont sitting close to the TV hurt my kids/my husbands eyes?
At work, I spend 7 hours or more on the PC: wont it damage my vision?
Does a strong prescription actually do more harm than good?
Can I sleep in extended wear contacts?
The short answer is no, but its more helpful to take each myth, and explain why its a
myth, not a fact. Generations of Moms have told children eat your carrots: youll never
see a rabbit wearing glasses. Wild or domestic rabbits never wear prescription glasses.
Secondly, while carrots are a good source of vitamin A, and a diet with the proper amount
of Vitamin A can reduce the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts, they wont
improve eyesight. Finally, overdoing beta carotene can make skin turn yellow or orange.
It looks as though somebody applied too much self-tanner. Just make carrots a part of a
healthy, balanced diet. All things in moderationespecially carrots.
The Closer You Get
And another Momily bites the dust: sitting close to the TV will not ruin anybodys
eyesight. This might have had validity for baby boomersthose born after WWII. The
first televisions did emit very low doses of radiation, but that dose was so low that people
would have had to spend all their time in front of the TV before their eyesight
deteriorated. And with the technological changes in televisions, its almost impossible to
sit in front of the television. In the 21st Century, most people have large screen plasma
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TVs mounted in an entertainment unit, or the living room/bedroom wall. People would
have to levitate 2 feet in the air if they wanted to sit right in front of the set. Sitting up
close to the TV set never hurt eyesight in the 20th century and wont damage it in the 21st.
Computer Screens
Theres a medical busybody in every office. They love to prey on new colleagues because
the experienced people know all their tricks. The busybody preys on the young workers
or recent transfers. He/ She cant wait to demoralize new colleagues by sharing helpful
facts. They love telling coworkers: you spend so much time on the computer that you
must be going blindI hope youll get workers comp. Relax. This is another fable.
Spending long hours staring at the computer monitor will not cause serious eye disease.
The problem is that people often fail to blink when they stare at the screen, and blinking
is the best method to prevent dry eyes. So, theres a very easy solution. While you are
typing or reading, dont forget to blink several times. Do this faithfully, and the eyes will
not get as tired and dry. Also, take a short break every hour and rest your eyes. The next
time the office yenta pesters you about your eyesight, just tell them nicely about the blink
and rest method. That may shut them up.
Stronger Eyeglass Prescriptions will weaken the eyes
Where do people get these ideas? There is no truth to that notion. The eyes are small,
and very delicate organs. If people need a stronger prescription for their eyeglasses or
contact lenses, then they should get them. Actually, the opposite is true: if you are
wearing a weaker prescription and ignore the need for a stronger one, it does far more
damage to your eyes. Its going to cause eyestrain, and that may lead to future problems.
A stronger prescription improves visionallows the eyes to collect more refracted light
and therefore, accurate visual data is sent to the brain. It actually goes from strength to
strength. Stronger prescriptions enhance and improve the eyes.
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You can leave Extended Wear Contacts in Overnight.

Its a free country and people can do whatever they want, but extended wear lenses
should be removed at night. The contact lens is inserted upon the eyeballs lens. Even
the most delicate contact lens prevents the eyeball from getting the entire amount of
oxygen it needs, because the artificial lens blocks it. The eyeball needs to be moistened by
tears, but tear production is limited when people wear contact lenses. Extended lenses
also need to be cleaned with a sterile solution, or the wearer may develop eye infections.
While its so tempting to crash into bed after a late night at the office, or a weekend party,
its much more sensible to remove the lenses and let them soak overnight. The eyeballs
want a break from the artificial object placed on top of the natural lens. Removing and
cleaning the extended wear lenses every night will help both the lenses and the eyes.
What actually harms vision?
People waste time by fretting over things that never harm the eyes, while ignoring
medical issues that damage eyesight. Smoking, hypertension and diabetes all inflict
injury to the eye, and lead to loss of vision. People should understand how these affect
the human eye, then remediate them before too much harm is done.
Smoking hurts the eyes as well as the lungs. There is an abundance of evidence to prove
it. Habitual smokers are 50 percent more likely to develop macular degeneration,
cataracts and retinopathy. Smokers have a greater risk for hypertension, and high blood
pressure may trigger glaucoma (increased pressure within the eye). Think about it
smokers inhale toxic chemicals which enter the bloodstream and travel all over the body.
The best advice is to quit smoking. Every state department of health should have a page
about the risks of smoking. The New York State Department of Health is user friendly
and packed with information.
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Unfortunately, Type II Diabetes has become more and more prevalent. Uncontrolled or
poorly controlled diabetes leads to one or more of the following conditions:
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Diabetic Retinopathy
One suggestion is to prevent diabetes, by eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and
reaching a healthy weight. People already diagnosed with diabetes should make every
effort to control their blood sugar levels. High blood glucose travels throughout the body
and affects all the organs. Part of the problem is that high blood glucose lowers the
immune system and leads to infections. Infections raise the blood glucose, making
infections harder to treat.
Conventional Treatments for Optical Diseases
What does traditional medicineincluding the healthcare systemoffer people who
suffer from optical disorders? There are many treatments for cataracts, glaucoma and
retinopathy, but each produce side effects and surgical procedures always have a risk of
post-operative infection.
Since cataracts, glaucoma and retinopathy are the most
prevalent conditions, people should know the downside of treating them by traditional
approaches.
Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the eyes natural lensthe covering of the eye. When a cataract
develops, the eye loses the ability to refract natural light. If a cataract is discovered in its
early stages, it can be treated with noninvasive methods: special eyeglasses, and brighter
lighting in the home and office. If the cataract has grown, it will have to be treated with
surgery. Most doctors say that there is minimal risk from cataract surgery, but thats a
bigger distortion than the cataract. In cataract surgery, the eyes natural lens is removed
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and replaced by an artificial lens. This method works for most patients, but in a few
years, the artificial lens either becomes clouded or slips, and has to be replaced. For other
patients, the new lens does not adhere well to the eyes surface and has to be replaced in
a few weeks. Either way, its not a permanent solution. Surgery may remove the cataract,
but a patient will have to undergo more cataract surgery in the future.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma occurs when fluid is unable to drain from the eye. Since the fluid cannot drain,
internal pressure builds up inside the eye, presses against the optic nerve and may
eventually cause partial or total vision loss. Diabetes and high blood pressure increase
the risk for contracting glaucoma, so those patients must have annual eye examinations.
For diabetics and people who have hypertension, a healthy diet is the best way to prevent
or minimize glaucoma. High blood pressure is only going to increase pressure within
the eye. High blood glucose damages blood vessels and may affect the eyes ability to
drain the excess fluid. Treating those diseases by eating a healthier diet and exercising is
the best way to prevent Glaucoma and minimize the damage if it is caught in time.
Theres one problem. The medical establishment does not have all the answers. Some
patients can have low pressure within the eye, yet lose much vision, while others have
high pressure and minimal vision loss. Unfortunately, the conventional treatments for
glaucoma are invasive surgery, first with lasers, and follow up therapy with eye drops.
The eye drops often sting, and the medications can cause headaches. If laser surgery fails,
the doctor will suggest traditional surgery, but post-operative infection is always an
issue.
Natural Therapies
What makes natural therapies superior to traditional medical treatment? Part of the
answer lies in the alliance between major pharmaceutical firms and physicians. Doctors
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are given many financial incentives to use pharmaceutical drugs==its not just coffee cups,
prescription pads and pens. Big Pharma firms have paid out millions of dollars to doctors
as an incentive to use their products. Some doctors earn fees by serving on the companys
board of directors, or by hosting presentations for local hospitals. Despite the Affordable
Care Act, the medical system is still broken. People are given medications with nasty
side effects because it is profitable for the drug companies and the doctors. Patients are
just the cash cows that funnel cash from one player to the other. In one sense, patients
are like chickens kept in nasty coops so theyll grow fat and tenderoverdosed with
medications because it is profitable, not because it improves their health.
Another problem is that most doctors do not communicate with patients. Part of it is
their training. Most doctors are indoctrinated to view themselves as healers, while
patients are passive recipients of their learning. They do not like it when people ask too
many questions, and prefer to give patients only the briefest outline of their condition. If
you visit an ophthalmologist, they will order tests, tell you the results and prescribe
medications. Few of them are going to reveal all the relevant facts to their patients.
The Causes of Medical Failure
Although Doctors have trained many years to treat patients, most do not know how to
relate to their patients. Even the medical establishment recognizes the link between a
positive mental outlook and greater healing, but do not do much to encourage positive
thinking. Part of the problem is administrative: doctors have to carry a large caseload in
order to have a profitable practice. That means many offices overbook, and doctors
ricochet from one patient to the next. Since time is short, its far simpler to prescribe
medications than take the time to look for natural, and less noxious solutions. A doctor
treats the symptoms because they dont have the time or resources to cure the disease.
While it sounds a little cynical, the fact is that patients who need many follow up
treatments create more income for the pharmaceutical firms and physicians. Of course,
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most doctors want to help suffering people, but they also need to support themselves.
Major pharmaceutical firms, who create medications with harmful ingredients are the
agents who exploit doctors and patients for profit.
Read the following article: "Where is the Ophthalmic Industry Headed?" Every device
used by your doctors, every prescription is part of an industry expected to gross $16
billion dollars by 2016. No wonder patients have such a small rolethey provide fuel
for the industry, but most medical professionals treat patients as a means to an end.
Common Eye Conditions

The time has come for people to take full responsibility for their health. Doctors can help,
but they cant be the only source of healing. They do not have the time or training to give
patients their full attention. Knowledge is the first step in becoming a responsible,
educated patient. People with eye conditions should teach themselves about their illness
and learn every possible treatment or remedy.
Eye disease can be congenital or
temporary. Other conditions are cataracts, glaucoma, and blocked blood vessels.
Congenital Eye Disorders
People can be born with defective vision.
Some of the problems are classified as
refractive errors because the surface of the eye (lens/cornea) is irregular, so the eye cant
refract light correctly. Some of these refractive errors are:
Myopia: also known as nearsightedness. A person is unable to see objects unless

they are held closely to the eyes. Its caused by the irregular shape of the cornea,
so light isnt refracted normally. This can be treated with the correct eye glass or
contact lens prescription.
Hyperopia: the opposite of myopia. In this condition, the eyeball or cornea are
too short, so light is improperly refracted. Its commonly called farsightedness.
People clearly see something in the distance but struggle with closer items. It can
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make reading and writing difficult, but like myopia, can be corrected with
prescription eyeglasses or lenses.
Astigmatism:
once again, the irregular shape of the eye can affect vision.
Sometimes, it means that sight is stronger in one eye than the other, and used to
mean people could not wear contact lenses, only glasses. Fortunately, contact
lenses are now available for those who have astigmatism.
Temporary Eye Conditions
Not all eye diseases are congenital or incurable. Some are temporary conditions, and can
be easily treated, with traditional or complimentary medication. These ailments are:
Blepharitis: an inflammation of the upper eyelid, which has several probable

triggers, such as a blocked oil gland, dandruff, eye mites, allergies, or reactions to
strong acne medications. It can become chronic, and the symptoms are red eyes,
greasy appearing eye lids, crusty eyes when waking, loss of eyelashes and dry skin
near the eyelids. The usual treatments are antibiotics, regular cleansing of the
affected area, steroid medications. If Blepharitis is caused by an underlying
condition such as rosacea or dermatitis, it can be controlled by treating the main
disease.
Detached Retina: the human eye has vitreous gel between the lens and the retina.
As people age, the gel can pull away, and cause the retina to detach itself from the
optic nerve. The major symptoms are seeing floaters, flashing lights or a veil
across the field of vision. It is essential to see a doctor as soon as these symptoms
occur. Immediate treatment, such as laser surgery, can repair the retinal tear and
restore vision. When treatment is delayed, damage is greater, and complicated
surgery is required. Sometimes, the vitreous fluid has to be replaced with a gas
bubble. This bubble will gradually be filled with the bodys fluid, but it cannot
repair damaged vision. The longer the delay, the greater the damage.
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Dry eyes and Redness: its caused by the eyes failure to produce an adequate
amount of tears. Tears consist of three layers: oil, water and mucus. As people
age, they do not produce as many tears, so are more prone to developing dry eyes.
Dry eyes will appear red, often feel very itchy. Sometimes, vision can blur.
Menopausal women, and people with diabetes, lupus and scleroderma have a
greater chance of developing chronic dry eyes. Some of the treatments are eye
drops to produce tears. If a malformed eyelid causes the dry eye, plastic surgery
can correct the malformation.
Steroids and antibiotics may be used to treat
infected glands. If an underlying autoimmune disorder causes dry eye, effective

treatment of the disorder may bring relief.
Night Blindness: or nycantopia. It means that people have normal vision in

daylight, but have a hard time seeing at night or in poorly lit conditions. The rods
of the retina were damaged by disease, so the eyes do not function well when light
is low. It does not mean the person is blind. Treatment depends on the cause. If
its caused by cataracts, it can improve when the cataract is treated. In rare
instances, its caused by vitamin A or zinc deficiency, and will improve when the
patient follows a diet with the necessary vitamins, or adds supplements to their
medication. On the other hand, if diabetes or retina pigmentosa (the retina has too
much dark pigment) is the underlying cause, it is far more difficult to remediate
and may not have a good outcome.
Conjunctivitis: also called pink eye because the white of the inflamed eye looks
pink. There are three types of conjunctivitis: viral; bacterial and allergic. Viral
conjunctivitis is the most common, and the symptoms are red, damp and irritated
eyes. This can be treated with eye drops and soothing compresses. Since viral
conjunctivitis is contagious, patients should practice strict hygiene and not share
pillow cases or towels until the condition heals. Bacterial conjunctivitis, in addition
to the usual symptoms, also show crusting in the eyes. It can be treated with
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antibiotics and is not contagious.
Allergic conjunctivitis responds to
antihistamines and avoiding the allergy triggers.
Retinitis: inflammation of the retina. The disease destroys the rods and cone cells
found in the retina and leads to blindness. At this point there is no cure, but
therapy can delay blindness. There are two types of Retinitis: Cytomegavirus or
CMV retinitis, which is found in people with AIDS or those patients with severely
compromised immune systems. Most people have been exposed to this virus, but
only immune compromised patients contract the disease. The symptoms are
floaters, with a gradual loss of peripheral vision. Its treated with Ganciclovir or
other anti-viral medications.
Retinitis Pigmentosa: a genetic condition that gradually destroys retina cells. The
first symptoms are floaters, and gradual loss of peripheral vision. Total blindness
is not typical, but the tunnel vision can worsen over time. At this time, there is no
cure, although some studies are being done.
Glaucoma
Its a name given to three types of disease that attack the retina and optic nerve. In this
ailment, fluid cannot drain from the eye, so pressure builds up within the inner eye.
There are three varieties: open angle glaucoma, narrow angle glaucoma and congenital
glaucoma. The symptoms of open angle glaucoma are noticing blind spots in peripheral
vision. Narrow angle glaucoma has more marked symptoms: blurred vision, red eyes
and headaches. Since the onset is rapid, it needs immediate medical attention, or the eye
may suffer permanent damage
Current studies estimate 22 million Americans suffer from glaucoma, and the incidence
is higher within the African American community.
Risk factors for glaucoma are
diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, older age, family history, and a higher level of
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inter-ocular pressure. It is treated with eye drops, oral medication, laser surgery, or
invasive surgery.
Cataracts
A clouding of the eyes lens. Most cataracts are caused by aging. The National Institute
of Health estimates that by the age of 80, most Americans will have had cataracts. The
main cause of cataracts is age, and the main symptom can be found in its nameas
eyesight blurs, it can seem that water is flowing over the eye, blurring the vision. It looks
like flowing water, or a cataract. Exposure to ultra violet light, from sun tanning or
tanning beds can lead to cataracts later in life.
While most clouding of the lens is caused by age, there are other types of cataracts:
Secondary cataracts: those caused by diabetes, or steroid use.
Traumatic cataracts: caused by an injury to the eyeoften years afterward.
Congenital cataract: a rare condition, where babies are born with cataracts
Radiation cataract: may be caused by exposure to types of radiation.
Blocked Blood Vessels

Retinal vein or artery occlusion is a blockage in the veins or arteries that transport blood
away from the retina. Its usually caused by hardening of the arteries, so can be age
related. The symptoms are abrupt blurred/lost vision in the eyes. Conditions such as
diabetes or hypertension can trigger these blockages. People who have these underlying
diseases should follow a healthy diet, because it prevents retinal blockages. Blocked
blood vessels, if untreated, cause glaucoma and damage vision. Laser surgery is the main
treatment, although controlling other medical problems helps limit the damage. Other
treatments are being developed but have not been approved by the FDA.
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Chapter 2: Reinvention of Vision

If you want to cure your vision problems, and lead a richer life, it is time to reinvent
yourself.
Even the medical establishment acknowledges the link between the human mind and
body. People with a positive attitude rarely suffer from chronic disease, and when they
do, they manage the condition and heal more quickly. How can you nourish a healthy
viewpoint, one that creates good vision, better health and a happier life? By diet and
exercises.
Unbelievable Healthy Diet

Arent you tired of relying on doctors and medications? Conventional Medicine treats
people like hamsters in a plastic ballthey just spin around the room, but never reach a
destination. Its the waiting gamewait to see the doctor; wait on line at the pharmacy;
wait for the medication side effects to diminish; and wait for your eyesight to get better.
Suppose you tried a different approach? Follow a diet rich in Vitamins A and E. Include
Zinc, Lutein and zeaxanthin, along with Omega 3 fatty acids. All these substances
nourish the eye and the only side effect is better vision and health. Think of your body
as a car. You would never put bargain gas in a car that required high grade fuel. You
ought to treat your body like a luxury automobile. Give it fuel that increases mileage
such as vision and physical fitness. Eat these vitamin rich foods, and your body will
respond.
Exercise is just as important as diet. You need two forms of exercise: aerobic exercise, at
least three or four times a week, and regular eye exercise. Both lead to improved physical,
mental and visual health. The greatest benefit is the feeling of taking control of your life.
You are no longer the recipient of medical services. You become your own doctor and
treat poor vision with good nutrition and a fitness program. It adds structure to your life,
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without long hours in a waiting room, or paying for expensive medications. Changing
your diet is far less expensive than a co pay for eye drops, pills or laser surgery. You do
not have to reject medical treatment, but make diet and exercise the central treatments
with medicine as their supports. The medical establishment always sings the same old
song: theres no evidence that diet improves vision but use common sense. Theres no
evidence that diets fail, because the big pharmacy companies havent looked for any. No
major studies about what role diets play in treating vision problems. If diet and exercise
were as effective as pills, and surgery, major pharmaceutical firms would lost a great deal
of capital. Profits are more important than serving the public. Look at the following
section, and youll find its very easy to include vitamins and minerals in your daily
menu.
Before discussing vitamins, minerals and supplements, I want to share a tip my Sister got
on a cruise. She went on a cruise to Spain, France and Italy and the cruise ship had a
nutritionist. This lady gave my Sister great advice: Dont eat C R A P
C: avoid food that are high in Carbohydrates-cake, candy, cookies, challah bread-you get
the idea;
R: Refined Foods: Refined Sugarwhite sugar is unadulterated poison. If you cant live
without a sweetener, use Sugar in the raw. Avoid white food: white bread, white rice
and potatoes, especially processed mashed, or fried potatoes.
A: Alcohol: dont drinkits bad for your health. Sometimes, a glass of wine before
dinner is too relaxing. You lose self-control, gobble a huge meal then dessert. Mom used
to say: a minute on the lips; forever on the hips and thats true for the over 40 crowd.
P: Processed Foods: dont eat it if it comes in a sealed package. Ice cream, frozen yogurt
and granola are not found in the natural world. Stick to fruit, vegetables and lean meats.
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Vitamin C
A diet that includes Vitamin C can reduce glaucoma symptoms, and may even provide a
cure. It is probably safer to get your Vitamin C from food, rather than supplements. Its
difficult to gage the proper dosage of oral supplements, and too much Vitamin C causes
diarrhea. Vitamin C is found in:
Citrus fruits, berries, tomatoes, cabbage, peppers, broccoli and Brussel Sprouts.
So, you can make some delicious entrees with Vitamin Cfor example, make a low fat
turkey chiliwith low sodium crushed tomatoes. If you have glaucoma, you dont want
to consume too much salt-it makes the body retain fluid, raises blood pressure and that
increases inter ocular pressure. Salty food make people thirsty, but glaucoma patients
should not drink too much waterthat can make the inter-ocular pressure increase by 20
percent. Vitamin C, yes; Sodium and water-no.
Turkey Chili:
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
1 green Bell pepper
1 red Bell Pepper
cup chopped red or yellow onion (Red onions have more flavor)
1 garlic clove
1 pound of ground turkey
1 can of low sodium crushed tomatoes
1 can Kidney beans.
Add a pinch of chili powder, and red or cayenne pepper for flavor. Adjust as needed.
Make the chili in a large stockpot or Dutch oven. Its easier than Sautee vegetables in one
pan and meat in another.
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Saut green, red and yellow peppers in vegetable oil. Add a clove of garlic and a quarter
cup of onionmore if you love onions. When the onion wilts add the ground turkey,
then saut until all the meat is browned. Once the meat is cooked, youll want to add one
can of crushed tomatoes (low sodium32 ounces) and one can of Goya low sodium
kidney beans. Stir the ingredients, adding chili powder, paprika and red pepper for taste.
Layer spices like blushstart with a small amount, say teaspoon, and add more if the
flavor seems bland. Spices are great, and add flavor to replace sodium.
Make chili early in the dayafter adding the ingredients, reduce the flame to a low
simmer. Then, let it cook for several hours. If you need garnish, use low fat cheddar
cheese and sour cream. There are already plenty of vegetables in the chili. Some people
may want to add a carbohydrate to this meal. I suggest whole wheat rolls, which only
have about 25 grams of carbs. Even brown rice will have at least 50grams of carbohydrate
per serving, and if you are diabetic, youll need more insulin to cover the carbohydrates.
For dessert, serve fresh fruitberries, such as blueberries and strawberries, are high in
Vitamin C, naturally sweet and low in fat and carbohydrates. Fresh vegetables and fruit
have more flavor than packaged or canned ones and they taste better.
Roast Chicken with Oranges and Rosemary:
1 7-8 pound whole roasting chicken
3-4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
1 large, ripe navel orangelook for one with good even color and a smooth
surface.
pound of unsalted butter.
Preheat the oven to 425, and lower the temperature to 325 when the chicken is ready to
put in the oven. Wash the chicken, pat it dry and place in the roasting pan. Take a pat of
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butter, and coat the skin with butter. Place two small pats of butter under the chicken
skinits easy to get under the skin by the neck. Then add two small springs of rosemary
under the skin. Cut your orange into 8 small sections, and place them inside the cavity.
Add more rosemary, then tie the drumsticks together with twine. Pour of water, and
cup of white wine into the roasting pan. Remember to lower the cooking temperature
to 325 degrees before putting your chicken in the oven. The chicken cooks at 20 minutes
per pound, so a 7 pound roaster should be ready in 2 hours and twenty minutes. Every
30 minutes, check the meat, and baste it with the juices. The stuffing will partially drain,
and give your chicken extra flavor through basting. You really should use a meat
thermometer when the time is up. Those pop up Roasters arent totally reliableyou
may find the meat is undercooked when you cut into it. Go to a cooking store, and get a
proper meat thermometerone that lists all the meats and their correct internal
temperature. Youll find them at a good hardware store or restaurant supply shop. When
the chicken is done, let the meat cool before carving. You can serve the roast chicken with
broccoli, either steamed or sauted in vegetable oil. Thats a delicious dinner, with a large
dose of Vitamin C.
Vitamin E
People who want to repair bad vision, or prevent it, should add Vitamin E to their diets.
The following foods contain Vitamin E:
Broccoli
Meat
Mustard greens
Butter
Seafood
Papaya
Carrots
Nuts
Red Peppers
Cheddar cheese
Green Vegetables
Sweet Potatoes
Avocados
Vegetable Oil
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Look at that listyouve got the makings of a cookbook there. Just observe a few rules.
Either purchase a cookbook or go to websites that promote recipes. With a website, you
can do a search for ingredients and usually can find low fat recipes without having to
adjust the recipe. Even Martha Stewart has jumped on the diet bandwagon, and gives
low fat gourmet recipes. A diet with Vitamin E can be delicious and entertaining. Your
friends and family will appreciate your new found cooking skills.
Zinc: this mineral helps people who are at a higher risk for macular degeneration (family
history, diabetes, and hypertension). It allows the Vitamin A in your body to create more
melanin, a substance which protects the eyes. Studies demonstrated a marked
improvement when people added Zinc rich foods to their diet. Some of these foods are:
Yogurt (purchase plain, low fat yogurt and add fresh fruit or honey for sweetness).
Beef 5.2mgs of zinc)
Lobster (2.5 mg of zinc)
Pork (2.4 mg)
All meats are in a 3 oz. serving. Zinc can also be found in lean meats, soybeans, oysters,
mushrooms and nuts. 15mg of Zinc is the optimal dose: if you overdo it, your body may
have a harder time absorbing copper, and youll get some nasty side effects (nausea,
diarrhea and vomiting) by taking too high a dose of zinc supplements. If you are at high
risk for macular degeneration, you should consult with your doctor and ask for a referral
to a registered nutritionist. Many doctors embrace complimentary therapy, such as diet
and lifestyle changes.
Leutein & Zeaxanthin:
Even Medical conservatives have to admit that diets containing the proper amount of
Leutein and Zeaxanthin increase poor vision and prevent cataracts, glaucoma and
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macular degeneration. Leafy green vegetables are a good source, and use the following
when making up your grocery list:
Collard Greens
Celery ( great when making chicken soup from leftover roast chicken)
Broccoli
Spinach
Lettuce: avoid iceberg lettuce, which contains few nutrients. Try Romaine or
Boston lettuce.
Corn
Pumpkin ( add a half cup of Libbys plain pumpkin to turkey chili for turkey
pumpkin chilidont use the pie mix-its terrible in chili)
Green beans
Cucumbers ( great as an appetizer or add to salads)
Green Olives ( just watch the sodium levels)
Omega 3 fatty acids: 400mg daily. Found in fish oil, salmon or fresh tuna.
Vitamins, Minerals and supplements: should you add them to your diet by taking
vegetables, fruit, fish and meat, or take them in pill form? Thats up to you and your
health professional (doctor, nutritionist, and dietitian). Do whatever suits your lifestyle.
If you work full time, and cant always prepare meals ahead of time, its probably better
to use supplements found in health food stores, or major drug stores. Dont fall for the
food is superior to oral vitamins and minerals. You make your own choices. Just add
these vitamins and minerals to your diet.
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8 glasses of waterhow much Hydration is good for you?

If you have been diagnosed with glaucoma, or kidney disease, you ought to be careful
with drinking fluids. Drinking too much water, or beverages raises inter ocular pressurenot good for Glaucoma patients. Just use common sense, and do homework. You are
partners with your doctor, so consult him or her.
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Eye Control and Exercise

Regular aerobic exercise improves vision, but you have to exercise the eyes as well as the
body. WebMD gently mocks the idea of eye exercises, intoning the establishment mantra
of no evidence it works. There are times when medical doctors take the Hippocratic
Oath far too literally-do no harm has developed into do nothing at least nothing
creative or unconventional.
Most of these exercises were developed by Dr. William H. Bates, an ophthalmologist who
believed that eye glasses made eyesight weaker. He used a series of exercises that he
promised would improve vision. As a matter of fact, Dr. Bates kept an anvil and hammer
in his office, and when patients successfully completed their treatment, and discarded
their eye glasses, he would smash the eyeglasses to bits on the anvil. (Which must have
frightened people in the neighboring offices). Lets go over these exercises, and you can
do some more research, then find a therapist in your neighborhood who teaches the Bates
method. Its better to work with a trained practitioner than attempt to do these vision
exercises by yourself.
Before describing the exercises, its helpful to know something about The Bates Method.
Dr. Bates believed stress and strain created most vision problems/diseases. Stress would
stiffen the eye muscles, and the rigid muscles would limit the eyes mobility. Over a
period of time, people developed nearsightedness or cataracts, not because of an organic
disease, but because their weak eye muscles damaged their sight.
People who performed exercises to relax, then retrain their eye muscles were able to cure
their problems. Aldous Huxley, the 20th century English novelist, saw many Harley Street
doctors who told him he was legally blind. A friend referred him to Dr. Bates, and Huxley
practiced the exercises, regaining enough vision to write several novels. (Brave New
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World) Recently, an American woman stated that she cured her cataracts by positive
visualization and the Bates Method.
Anything is possible. Science admits the link between the mind and the body, but seems
afraid of learning more about this link. Perhaps they view it as a Pandoras Box that
would ruin the billion dollar Pharmaceutical industry. Theres nothing to lose by trying
these exercisesthey dont make your eyes weaker. Lets run through a few examples
of the Bates exercises.
Figure of Eights: also called the infinity swing. The person should remove their
eyeglasses, and sit in a chair. Do some deep breathing and relax. Now, move both
eyes from the left to the right, drawing a figure eight with them. Repeating this
exercise is supposed to strengthen the eye muscles, helping both eyes to coordinate
vision.
Eye Massage: close the eyes, and gently put your fingers on the eyelids. Move
your fingers slowly and gentlyup and down, then left to right. Repeat this
sequence five times, three times daily. Its great for relaxing eyes that have been
straining to read a computer screen or small print from office correspondence.
Palming: Once again, the eyes are closed. Take off your glasses/contacts, and turn
the lights down low. Rest your fingers on your brow bone, cupping your hands
over the eyes, with the heels of the palms on your cheekbones. You should look
like a child playing Peek a Boo. Spend the next several minutes relaxing. Its
such a great way of relieving strain and stress.
Altering Vision: a technique where the eye muscles and brain are trained by
having the patient switch focus from a close object, to one at a distance. One
exercise diagram involves an image with a bird on one side and a branch on the
other.
When the eyes coordinate, the bird winds up sitting on the branch.
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Switching focus is supposed to strengthen eye muscles and retrain sight by

training the brain.
The previous exercises are all a part of Yoga for eyes. Dr. Bates had made a study of yoga
and applied many yoga principles to his eye exercises. Their goal is to strengthen weak
eye muscles, and gradually improve vision. While these eye exercises should be done
with a professional, such an optometrist, there cant be much harm, and they contain a
world of good. Any program that teaches people to take better care of themselves, builds
self-confidence and discipline will do good.
Special Attention to Nature

People with poor vision, who dont get much from traditional medicine, or cant afford
expensive medications, have turned to natural substances for healing. Its an outgrowth
of the organic food movement. Natural substances such as clay, homeopathic eye drops
or herbal tea have proven far more beneficial than laser surgery. Here are a few examples:
Pascalite: a white clay, discovered in the Big Horn mountains of Wyoming by

Emile Pascal. His hands were rather rough and chapped, but one day, he got the
white clay on his hands, and didnt bother washing it off (bet Mrs. Pascal was
thrilled). The next morning, his hands showed a dramatic improvement. Mr.
Pascal spent the rest of his life bringing this healing clay to the public. Recently,
the FDA cracked down on Pascalitethey used to make vitamins, but have been
enjoined from creating internal products. Pascalite is now restricted to topical
ointments and lotions.
Cineraria: homeopathic eye drops, used to treat cataracts. The eye drops are
made from the plant cineraria. These drops are used in Europe, Asia and India.
They work by promoting the lymphatic production of the eye, clearing up the
cloudy lens.
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Bilberry extract:
a berry, resembling the blueberry-rich in Vitamin C and
antioxidants. One legend states that RAF pilots took bilberry extract during the
Second World War and found they had greater success on nighttime bombing
raids. Other sources claim this was a cover story, so the Axis Powers would not
know that the Allies had broken their code. Since bilberry extract helps treat
diabetes, hardening of the arteries, gastrointestinal ailments, there isnt any reason
to avoid it. Even if your eyesight does not improve, you may regain your health.
That applies to any vitamin substance. Just one word of caution. You do not have
to be a slave to your doctor, but you should get some medical advice before taking
any nutritional substance. Overdosing is just as harmful as missing doses. Get
objective advice before starting any vitamin regimen. Go to a homeopathic doctor
or nutritionist if you are fed up with doctors.
Gingko Biloba Tea: the suggested dose is 240 mg daily, taken three times a day.
It mends retinal occlusions. Glaucoma patients should take a lower dose40mg.
The dosage level depends on the ailment being treated, so you should consult with
an expert dietitian before starting this therapy.
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Chapter 3: To Set Things Straight

Test yourself: The Ishihara Color Test
The Ishihari Test measures color blindness. Its rather like Seurats paintings. There are
one shade of dots in the background, and a number composed of different colored dots.
People who are not colorblind will be able to visualize a number against the colored
background. Heres an illustration:
Look closely at the image: if you see the number 2, you are not colorblind. For more
example of these tests, go to colorvisiontesting.com. The tests are batched in groups of
24, so you get a much better sense of how well your eyes perceive color. If you do an
entire sequence, and get negative results, contact an ophthalmologist or optometrist for
further advice.
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Test yourself: The Amsler Grid Eye Test

AMD has a genetic component, so if your parents or grandparents had it, or other retinal
diseases, its a good idea to take this test at home, then go to an eye care professional if
the results show a vision disorder. This test is called the Amsler Grid Test. You should
wear eyeglasses or lenses for it. The directions are simple. Have the grid at normal
reading distance, and look at the black dot in the center. Healthy eyes will see unbroken
lines, while people with developing AMD see blurry or black spotssee the illustrations
below:
If the grid looks like this, get to the doctor immediately for a diagnosis.
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Test yourself: Astigmatism test

You can take this test for astigmatism while working on the computer. This particular
test (see figure below) uses a black wheel on a white background, to determine if all the
black, numerical spokes are equally black.
1 - Close and cover your left eye, and stare at the chart pay particular attention to the
lines joining 1,3,5,7, 9, and 11.
2 - Decide if any section of the line seems darker than others. If it does, you may have
astigmatism. Repeat this test on the right eye.
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Conclusion
You should not pay a great deal of attention to medical propaganda. Take charge of your
diet. Eat the foods that are right in eye healthy minerals and vitamins, and use nutritional
supplements.
Its your body, your eyes, and you have to play an active role in
maintaining health or curing any diseases. Health requires a balance of food and exercise.
You may choose to discard traditional Western medicine or enhance it with a
homeopathic approach. Dont become a cash cow for major pharmaceutical firmsthe
same companies that created the healthcare crisis. Follow a good diet, with aerobic and
vision exercise.
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Do you want to restore vision, but sense that your doctor doesnt
really have the time to give you complete care? You can provide
your own care by using the Clear Vision system. It combines a
balanced diet with alternative medication such as herbal
supplements, the Bates Method and Yoga for the eyes. Follow the
Clear Vision path to better eyesight, better health and a fulfilling
life.
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Chapter One: The Eyes Anatomy & Pathology

Chapter Two: Reinvention of Vision

Chapter Three: To Set Things Straight

Change Your Approach

Chapter 1: The Eyes Anatomy & Pathology

Start at the beginning:

The Interior of the Eye

Analysis: how the brain interprets the image.

Myths about Things That Harm Vision

Do eating carrots improve vision?

Wont sitting close to the TV hurt my kids/my husbands eyes?

At work, I spend 7 hours or more on the PC: wont it damage my vision?

Does a strong prescription actually do more harm than good?

Can I sleep in extended wear contacts?

You can leave Extended Wear Contacts in Overnight.

Since cataracts, glaucoma and retinopathy are the most

Common Eye Conditions

Eye disease can be congenital or

Some of the problems are classified as

Myopia: also known as nearsightedness. A person is unable to see objects unless

Blepharitis: an inflammation of the upper eyelid, which has several probable

Steroids and antibiotics may be used to treat

infected glands. If an underlying autoimmune disorder causes dry eye, effective

Night Blindness: or nycantopia. It means that people have normal vision in

antibiotics and is not contagious.

Allergic conjunctivitis responds to

antihistamines and avoiding the allergy triggers.

Risk factors for glaucoma are

Secondary cataracts: those caused by diabetes, or steroid use.

Traumatic cataracts: caused by an injury to the eyeoften years afterward.

Radiation cataract: may be caused by exposure to types of radiation.

Blocked Blood Vessels

Chapter 2: Reinvention of Vision

Unbelievable Healthy Diet

1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

1 green Bell pepper

1 red Bell Pepper

1 pound of ground turkey

1 can of low sodium crushed tomatoes

1 can Kidney beans.

Roast Chicken with Oranges and Rosemary:

1 7-8 pound whole roasting chicken

3-4 sprigs of fresh rosemary

pound of unsalted butter.

Beef 5.2mgs of zinc)

Lobster (2.5 mg of zinc)

Pork (2.4 mg)

Cucumbers ( great as an appetizer or add to salads)

Green Olives ( just watch the sodium levels)

8 glasses of waterhow much Hydration is good for you?

Eye Control and Exercise

Switching focus is supposed to strengthen eye muscles and retrain sight by

Special Attention to Nature

Pascalite: a white clay, discovered in the Big Horn mountains of Wyoming by

a berry, resembling the blueberry-rich in Vitamin C and

Chapter 3: To Set Things Straight

Test yourself: The Amsler Grid Eye Test

Test yourself: Astigmatism test

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