Slit Lamp Examination: Can Ayurveda Help with Eye Health Naturally?

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For the past few weeks, I’ve been having some issues with my eyes—redness, dryness, and a slight burning sensation, especially when I work long hours on the computer. I also started noticing some blurriness at night, which made me really anxious. I finally went to an eye doctor, and they performed a slit lamp examination to check my eyes more closely.

The doctor told me that my eyes are dry and slightly inflamed, possibly due to excessive screen time, poor sleep, and general fatigue. They suggested artificial tears and some lifestyle changes, but I wasn’t given a clear answer about whether this issue would go away permanently. I’ve been reading about Ayurveda and how it approaches eye health differently. Can Ayurvedic treatments help heal the eyes and prevent future issues without relying on eye drops all the time?

I also found out that a slit lamp examination is used to check for deeper eye problems like cataracts, corneal damage, and infections. That got me thinking—are there Ayurvedic methods to strengthen and protect eye health before serious issues develop? I read that Triphala eyewash and medicated ghee like Jeevantyadi Ghrita are good for eye health, but do they actually work to prevent dryness and inflammation?

Another concern—my digestion hasn’t been great lately, and I’ve heard Ayurveda connects gut health with eye health. Could my weak digestion be affecting my eyes? If so, are there Ayurvedic herbs or diet changes that would help improve both digestion and vision at the same time?

If anyone here has used Ayurveda for eye health, did it make a real difference? Can Ayurvedic therapies help restore moisture to the eyes and reduce strain from screens? I’d love to know if there are long-term natural solutions instead of just managing symptoms with lubricating drops.

Dr Sujal Patil · Accepted Answer

Namaste,

Your eye issues—redness, dryness, burning, and night blurriness—are signs of Pitta and Vata imbalance in Ayurveda, often aggravated by excessive screen time, stress, and poor digestion. Artificial tears provide temporary relief, but Ayurveda focuses on long-term strengthening of the eyes through internal nourishment and external therapies. Start by improving digestion with Tab Shaddharan (½ tablet twice daily before meals for a week) to balance metabolism and remove Ama (toxins). Follow with Triphala Churna (½ tsp with warm water at night) to support digestion and eye health simultaneously.

For direct eye nourishment, use Triphala eyewash—soak ½ tsp of Triphala Churna in warm water overnight, strain, and wash the eyes in the morning. Jeevantyadi Ghrita or Mahatriphala Ghrita (½ tsp with warm milk at bedtime) is excellent for strengthening vision and reducing inflammation. Nasya therapy with Anu Taila (2 drops in each nostril daily) helps lubricate the eyes and prevent dryness caused by excess Vata.

Since gut health and eye health are deeply connected, focus on a Pitta-balancing diet—consume ghee, soaked almonds, amla, and cooling foods like cucumber and coriander water. Avoid excessive spicy, oily, and processed foods that increase Pitta. Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen usage (every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds) and practice Palming and Trataka (candle gazing) to relax the eyes.

With consistent Ayurvedic remedies, dietary changes, and eye exercises, your eye health will improve naturally, reducing reliance on artificial tears. Ayurveda doesn’t just manage symptoms; it strengthens and rejuvenates the eyes from within for long-term clarity and vitality. Wishing you bright and healthy vision!

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