Can Myopia Be Reversed Naturally, or Am I Stuck with Glasses Forever? - #15613
I’ve had myopia (nearsightedness) since I was a teenager, and every year my prescription seems to get worse. I started with a mild prescription, but now my glasses are so strong that I can barely see without them. My eye doctor told me that myopia is mostly genetic and that there’s no real way to reverse it, just to keep correcting it with stronger lenses. But I can’t help wondering—am I really stuck with glasses forever? I started looking into alternative methods to improve eyesight, and I found out that Ayurveda has an approach to eye health. Apparently, Ayurveda believes that poor vision is often linked to a Pitta imbalance and excessive strain on the eyes. Does this mean that with the right diet, herbs, and exercises, myopia could be slowed down or even improved? I came across something called Triphala eye wash and ghee-infused eye drops—has anyone tried these? Do they actually strengthen the eyes, or is it just a temporary effect? Also, are there any Ayurvedic treatments like herbal pastes or eye massages that can improve vision? Another thing I’m curious about is whether diet plays a role. I eat a lot of processed food and don’t always get enough leafy greens or vitamin-rich foods. Could nutritional deficiencies be making my myopia worse? Should I be eating more foods rich in vitamin A, omega-3s, or other nutrients? Lastly, I’ve seen people online talk about eye yoga and relaxation exercises for myopia. Have these worked for anyone? If you’ve managed to stop your prescription from getting worse—or even improved your vision naturally—please share what worked for you! I really don’t want to rely on glasses forever if there’s a way to slow down or reverse myopia naturally.
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