Ah, the troubles with dry eyes, very tricky indeed. Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) can be a real bother. But there is some encouraging news from the Ayurvedic perspective. To start, Ayurveda views eye health through a lens that considers the doshas, particularly Pitta dosha, which governs vision and can become imbalanced due to excessive heat and strain, like staring at a screen for too long, y’know?
First things first, castor oil can be your friend, but not like how you’re maybe imagining. You can actually use it to gently massage around the eyes at night. Just a tiny drop on the eyelids and very lightly massage near the lashes. Others have found this helps with lubrication. But hey, make sure it’s cold-pressed and hexane-free—purity matters.
Now, for internal support, Triphala is gold. Ditch the tea for now and try triphala churna instead—about half a teaspoon with warm water before bed. It’s known to balance Pitta and support eye health.
For diet, we go ghee again, this time internally. Start incorporating more Triphala ghee or clarified butter in your meals. Not too much, just a teaspoon to help lubricate those tissues. Boost up on omega-3-rich foods, like flaxseeds, in your diet, too. They help nourish the meibomian glands.
On the herbal front, try a concoction made from fennel seeds and coriander seeds. Boil a teaspoon of each in some water, strain it, and sip. It’s soothing and it’s got anti-inflammatory properties. Do that once a day for a few weeks, see how it goes.
Finally, treat those peepers with some warm coconut or sesame oil massage—gently around the temples. Ayurvedic eye exercises are worth exploring, too. Palming and blinking exercises can relax the eyes and stimulate gland activity. But honestly, always trust your instinct if something doesn’t feel quite right.
Remember, lifestyle changes take time but consistency is key. Best of luck finding some comfort.
