Eyebright General
Eyebright is associated to the Orobanchaceae family. It is an aborigine of Asia, Europe. It is also famous as Red Eyebright.
It is favourable in the treatment of Epilepsy, Dizziness and Headache. It is beneficial in enhancing the Memory.
Eyebright cures various Eye ailments namely, Blepharitis, Conjunctivitis, Ophthalmia, Eye Stye, Bloodshot Eye. It relieves from Eyelid inflammation, Eye irritation, strain and tiredness. It lowers the chances of encountering Glaucoma.
It relieves from Earache.
It combats Rhinitis i.e. inflammation of the Mucous Membrane. It relieves from Nasal Congestion.
Eyebright is a good herbal remedy for Respiratory ailments like cold, which may lead to Sinus infections. It also helps in countering Allergies, Cough and Bronchitis. It cures Catarrh and Throat Infections. It treats the infections of the Upper Respiratory Tract which may result in Hoarseness.
It counters Cancer.
It is fruitful in curing Jaundice.
It treats skin troubles like Acne. It is effective in healing Wounds and relieves from Skin inflammations. It is a favourable Skin Tightener.
Caution : Consult a doctor before consuming it.
Keywords : Epilepsy, Dizziness, Headache, Eye Problems, Earache, Nasal Problems, Respiratory Problems, Cancer, Jaundice, Skin Problems.
Methods of Administration. How to takeTincture. The best and the most potent method of consuming Eyebright is to Tincture it.
To learn how to make your own Tinctures Click hereDecoction: Make a tea.
Put l/2 teaspoonful of the powdered root in a cup of water. Boil it. Simmer for l0 minutes. Drink three times a day.
Single HerbTake one tablespoon of Eyebright. Boil it in two cups of water for 15 minutes. Strain. Use this essence to wash the infected eye.
Prepare an infusion of Eyebright. Take one tsp of water add 4-5 drops of this infusion. Wash eyes with this solution. Repeat it 4-5 times a day.
Boil the dried plant of Eyebright in water. Cool and strain. Wash your eyes with it.
Eyebright is a potent herbal cure for eyes. Effects of this herb are remarkably good and quick.
Take dried Eyebright. Coarsely grind the herb. Put a teaspoon of herb in a cup of water and boil for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain and drink it lukewarm. Also, use the same solution over the eyes. Boil one teaspoon of herb in a cup of water. Let it cool. Dab it over eyes with cotton ball. Repeat it 4 to 5 times.
Eyebright has strong Anti-inflammatory property which helps to reduce the inflammation of the Eyes. Eyebright clear the vision and cures Glaucoma.
Add two teaspoons of dried Eyebright herb in two cups of boiling water. Steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 times a day before meals.
OR : Add two tablespoons of Eyebright herb in half liter of water. Boil and let it cool. Dip a cotton or gauze in it. Put the soaked cotton on eyes. Keep it for ten minutes. Repeat this twice a day.
OR : Use it as an Eye Wash. Put a tablespoon of dried herb in a glass of water. Soak it overnight. Strain Well. Use the strained solution to wash your Eyes. Eye Wash works quickly because the herbs get soaked directly into the eye tissues and start curing the defects. Repeat it 2 to 3 times a day.
Eyebright for Panophthalmitis ( Eye Inflammation )
Wash Eyebright herb carefully. Boil it in 1 ½ glass of water for 10 minutes. Strain the leaves and let the water cool. Dip a cotton pad in it and use it to tap inflamed eyes 3 to 4 times daily.
Boil 1 teaspoon of Eyebright in 1 1/2 cup of water for 5 minutes. Strain and dilute the boiled water with a cup of cool rose water. Wash your affected eyes every 4 hours. It may reduce the symptoms.
OR : Eyebright tincture may help when used as Eyewash. Mix 6-9 drops of Eyebright tincture in 2 ½ cups of filtered water. Wash your eyes with this water it will reduce your symptoms.
Take 1 ½ tsp for Eyebright and boil it in 500 ml of water. Strain and cool the liquid and add 1 cup of rose water. Rinse your affected eye with this liquid.
Mix 6-7 drops of Eyebright tincture in water. Wash your affected eye with this solution after every 5 hours.
Prepare Eye bright tea by soaking the Eyebright teabag in a cup of boiled water for 6 minutes. Drink it two times daily.
Take dried leaves and put them in the boiling water. Add 1 tablespoon of fresh Eyebright leaves. Steep for 5 minutes. Drink this tea twice daily.
Eyebright for Seasonal Allergy
Boil few fresh leaves of Eyebright in 100 ml of water. Strain the leaves and drink the solution three times a day.
Grind fresh Eyebright leaves and flower petals. Apply this poultice directly onto the acne spots every night. Remove the poultice after 20 minutes. Wash the face in the next morning.
OR : Crush dry leaves and petals of Eyebright herb and soak into slightly warm water for ten minutes. Apply this poultice over the Acne areas.
Eyebright for Skin Irritation
Prepare a tincture of Eyebright. Mix 4 drops of tincture in ¼ cup of water. Dab a cotton pad into the solution. Gently apply the soaked cotton pad onto the affected area.
OR : In order to avoid irritation, add 6-7 drops of Eyebright oil into the face moisturizer. Apply this on the affected area.
As the name indicates, it is used to treat Eye problems.
Take aerial parts of this herb and add to boiling water. Make an infusion. Cool it and dip a piece of cloth in it. Now keep it on infected Eye.
It is one of the popular remedy for Eye disorders. It reduces Inflammation, Infection and Swelling.
Multiple Herbs How to Use Herbal Treatment? Click Here + Herbal Treatment For Blurred Vision 1
Take the leaves and the Flowers of the following herbs:
Chickweed, Barberry, Marigold ( Gendha ), Goldenseal, Oregon Grape, Eyebright, Cornflowers.
Prepare an infusion. Let it cool. Use as an eyewash, 2-3 times a day.
Herbal Treatment For Blurred Vision 2
Take the leaves and the Flowers of the following herbs:
Eyebright, Goldenseal, Oregon Grape, Chamomile, Marigold ( Gendha ), Witch Hazel.
Prepare an infusion.Use the infusion to dampen a soft cloth. Keep it over your eyelids, and lie down for 10 minutes.
Herbal Treatment For Amnesia 2
Mix 2 tablespoons powder of the dried Eyebright, ½ tsp of ground Mace ( Maca ), 2 tsp of Fennel seeds powder and 1 tsp sugar. Take half teaspoon of this mixture every morning with juice.
OR : Drink 1-2 cups of Eyebright tea daily. It may improve Poor memory