EYEBRIGHT

Eyebright, also famous as ‘Euphrasia’ (means: ‘well-being’) and ‘Meadow Eyebright’, is from the family of Orobanchaceae. It is often found in alpine or sub-alpine meadows where snow is common. Its leaves have jagged, toothy edges, which are quite different from other plants. Also, the flowers of eyebright have different variations. They are usually in white, yellow, and red color with a yellow spot in throat.

This plant was known to classical herbalists. However, 21st century researchers and herbalists are taking great interest in it too. Their researches are proving its strength when it comes to treating eye redness, eye swelling, and visual disturbance. They reveal, any eye issue, caused by blepharitis and conjunctivitis, can be relieved by eyebright. Furthermore, it can also assist in reducing eye inflammation. You can use it as an eye wash or eye drops.

There are many other health benefits of this herb. Experts recommend eyebright for treating hay fever, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infections, nasal irritations, seasonal allergies, and bronchial colds. The most interesting thing about eyebright is it heals skin wounds too quite quickly. It is made into a poultice and used on the wound topically.

Eyebright is available in many forms. You can use it in the form of tea bags, loose dried leaves, capsules, tablets, and powders. This herb is available in oil form too for topical applications. You can use its oil to treat skin conditions and beautify skin. Just remember that, for adults, experts recommend only 2-4 grams of this herb, up to three times each day. If the issue persists even after two weeks, it is better to consult your physician too.

Besides, great precaution is required if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, particularly if you are consuming it in the form of tea, tablets, or capsules.

Properties: Treats eye conditions (eye redness, eye swelling, visual disturbance), hay fever, upper respiratory tract infections, seasonal allergies, nasal irritations. It also heal skin wound, skin infections like acne, and skin inflammation. It facilitates in tightening skin too.