Alternatives To Improve Eyesight

The immediate reaction for someone experiencing problems with their vision is to think they probably need glasses

. Of course eye glasses are one way to improve eyesight and further, many are taking advantage of laser surgery to do so completely and permanently. However, in some cases, it may be possible to use natural means for this task. With access to the Internet, an ample amount of information is available to anyone who wishes to try the natural way to healthier and better functioning eyes.

Often, the culprit for declining eyesight is eye strain or fatigue. As with any muscle, the eye can be easily over worked and in need of rejuvenation. Some believe that the habits we develop that cause eye strain are the sole cause of poor eyesight. While many would be skeptical about this theory, the treatment recommended by those with this belief seem to make sense and have been proven to be at least beneficial to temporarily improve eyesight. Some may approach the course of natural treatment from the perspective of "what can it hurt?" and find to their surprise that their eyes feel more fresh and their vision sharper.

It is not advised to forgo an eye exam and even purchasing glasses if needed, especially for activities such as driving for the sake of safety. However, the exercises and relaxation techniques as well as the change of habits that are recommended for a natural approach to improve eyesight are relatively easy to learn and implement. Along with the potential improvement in vision, the techniques can be beneficial in relieving stress and clearing the mind. Normally the word exercise denotes an effort to strengthen muscles. When it comes to eye exercises, however, they are done to actually relax the muscles.

Although the eye is a muscle, the muscles targeted by eye exercises are commonly those external to the eye. There is a popular theory that when these muscles are extremely tense, they not only will cause your eyes to feel strained, but will actually change the shape of them causing a distorted vision. Staring or having a limited vision field for long periods of time, such as when at a computer is the most common cause of tense muscles affecting the eyes. Making it a habit to look away from the immediate field of vision to a broader one is a great first step in relieving strain and fatigue. A good goal is to look into the distance once every fifteen minutes. Finding other exercises that promote circulation, especially to the shoulder area and above will make a world of a difference.

by: Cheow Yu Yuan

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