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Treat bloodshot eyes, naturally

Published On: August 20, 2009, 2:14 am

Treat bloodshot eyes, naturally By Staff Writer

Bloodshot eye, known as scleral or cunjunctival injection in medical terminology, is caused by too much reading, excess use of computer, constant television watching, dry weather, dry air, lack of sleep, alcohol consumption, irritation or abrasion by foreign bodies, eyestrain, fatigue, Infection or irritation of the conjunctiva (conjunctivitis), cornea, or other region, coughing, over exposure to sun, dust, trauma, high blood pressure and lack of vitamin B2 and B6.

 
This condition occurs when the tiny blood vessels in the white portion of the eyes get enlarged and inflamed with overflow of blood as a result of inadequate oxygen to the cornea.
 
Generally this condition gives rise to redness, pain, dryness and itching.  Bloodshot eyes can be treated after knowing the root cause, however treating it with the help of the home remedies always prove highly effective and best without any side effects.
 
So, here are a few effective home remedies for bloodshot eyes;
 
1. Ginkgo biloba helps increase the supply of nutrients and oxygen to the eye and provides an effective treatment for the condition.
2. Intake of Vitamin B complex also helps cure the condition..
3. It you make use of eyebright herb, it helps cure the condition better than any medicated eye drops.
4. Apply the two cotton pads soaked in the tea of raspberry leaves on your eyes.
5. Make a mix of aloe vera juice and milk. Now soak 2 cotton pads in it and put them over your. 
6. Eating 2 tomatoes in the morning on empty stomach also gets you rid of bloodshot eyes.
7. Plus, put a few drops of rose water in your eyes. It also gives relief from bloodshot eyes.
8. If you want to sooth your eyes and shrink the blood vessels. Use cold compress over your eye lids.
9. Besides, the cold compress can also be applied through an ice pack wrapped in a towel.
 
Some dos and don’ts to avoid Bloodshot Eyes
 
1. Take adequate rest and steer clear of fatigue and eyestrain.
2. Don’t rub and scratch because it could cause infection and make the condition worse.
3. Consume foods rich in Vitamin.
4. Intake of lutein, which has carotenoid, and spinach or its extract are vital for eye tissue and retina.
5. Evade allergy triggering agents as they give rise to bloodshot eyes in you.
6. Don’t consume alcohol in excess.
 
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