The Independent reports that US government officials have persuaded the editors of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences to hold off from publishing a scientific paper establishing the link between chronic fatigue syndrome and the virus XMRV. The study supporting the link was headed by virologists working for the Food and Drug Administration, … Continue reading “Chronic Fatigue Virus not Associated with Virus XMRV”
In today’s digital age, our eyes are under constant stress from extended screen time on computers, tablets and smartphones. This leads to digital eye strain, tired eyes, fatigue, and even long-term vision concerns. At Natural Eye Care, we are committed to helping you maintain healthy vision naturally. This blog post discusses the scientifically studied ingredients … Continue reading “Reducing Digital Eye Strain, Tired Eyes and Fatigue Naturally”
Red, itchy, watery eyes are common in the spring, when allergies and hay fever strike. Sometimes we wake in the morning and what we notice most is that our eyes are itchy and sore. This may be due to a combination of seasonal allergen sensitivity and tired eyes from computer eye fatigue. Why are the … Continue reading “Mild Allergies + Eye Fatigue Cause Itchy Eyes”
Chronic Fatigue When you’re feeling low, some chocolate can often perk you up. If you are someone who suffers from chronic fatigue syndrome, the flavonoids in chocolate may actually help alleviate your symptoms. A study published in Nutrition Journal describes how dark chocolate that is rich in polyphenols was more effective in helping subjects manage … Continue reading “Dark Chocolate for Fatigue”
A humble micro-algae produces a powerful antioxidant: astaxanthin. It does so to protect itself from ultraviolet radiation. Research shows that astaxanthin protects the human eyes and brain from serious diseases such as age-related macular degeneration and dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, as well as conditions like computer eye strain and eye fatigue (asthenopia)1. Astaxanthin supplements are … Continue reading “Antioxidant Astaxanthin Helps Prevent AMD, Eye Fatigue & More”
Understanding your personality is one key to understanding your vision strengths and weaknesses. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) divides humanity into five types, based on the five elements: Wood: The Controller Fire: The Performer Earth: The Peacemaker Metal: The Critic Water: The Thinker When personality types are in balance, they function well, but when out of … Continue reading “Vision Health Linked to Personality”
Have you been feeling forgetful, confused, unmotivated, irritable, anxious? These may be symptoms of “brain fog,” a general term for decreased cognitive ability. Top descriptors of brain fog are ‘forgetful,’ ‘cloudy,’ and ‘difficulty focusing, thinking, and communicating’.1 Symptoms of brain fog can include: slow or hazy thinking, difficulty focusing, confusion, lack of concentration, low motivation, … Continue reading “What is Brain Fog?”
Liver, Chinese Medicine and Eye Health You may have heard that the eyes are related to the liver. But how can that be and what does that mean? What are the practical implications? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners understand that the health of the body is intimately connected to the flow – or blockage – … Continue reading “What is the Connection Between the Liver and the Eyes?”
Chronic Fatigue When you’re feeling low, some chocolate can often perk you up. If you are someone who suffers from chronic fatigue syndrome, the flavonoids in chocolate may actually help alleviate your symptoms. A study published in Nutrition Journal describes how chocolate with high cocoa liquor counts that is rich in polyphenols was more effective … Continue reading “Chocolate / Lactulose May Help Protect Against Stroke”
Even though sunlight is free, we pay for electric lightbulbs. We enjoy access to light 24 hours a day, even lighting the outside at night. The miracle of electric lighting means more leisure and work time. What effects do the different types of lightbulbs have on our eyes? On our health? Does the type of … Continue reading “Why Lightbulb Choices Matter”