Glaucoma treatment, are herbal and dietary supplements of benefit?
What about vitamins? Natural therapy by Ray Sahelian, M.D. Glaucoma is a condition in which the eye’s intraocular pressure (IOP) is too high. This means that the eye has too much aqueous humor in it, either because it produced too much, or because it’s not draining properly. Glaucoma occurs when pressure builds up in the eye from excess fluid. Early detection and treatment can preserve eyesight. Exercise Regular physical activity can lower intra ocular pressure by a little bit. Diet and food There is a suspicion that diet may play a role in glaucoma, but little is clearly understood at this time. Studies in rodents indicate that eating fish with the omega-3 fatty acids could reduce intra ocular pressure. Eating more fish and vegetables and reducing intake of sugar, simple carbohydrates and junk food may be helpful. Natural glaucoma treatment It would be best to limit alcohol intake and smoking, and keeping a healthy weight. Whether supplements are helpful for glaucoma is not fully know
