Episode 168: Natural Remedies for Dry Eyes: Tips to Relieve Dry Eye Syndrome & Improve Vision
In this episode of The Visibly Fit Podcast, I’m diving into a topic that so many of us struggle with but often overlook: dry eye syndrome. If you’ve ever felt that gritty, irritating sensation in your eyes after hours in front of a screen or experienced that “stuck” feeling in your eyelids at night, this episode is for you. Dry eyes aren’t just an inconvenience; they can impact your quality of life. So, I'm sharing the reasons behind dry eyes and, even better, practical, natural ways to relieve and prevent this discomfort.You'll get a chuckle out of some of my personal stories – like my insistence on sleeping with a fan on, even though it might make things worse. And if you’re looking for alternatives to those eye drops, I’ll introduce you to some surprising natural options, from omega-3s to simple eye exercises you can do anywhere. This episode is packed with easy solutions and real encouragement to make eye health a priority. So, if you’re tired of tired eyes, tune in to learn how to bring comfort back to your vision and make it a part of your wellness journey!Chapter:[00:00] Podcast Preview[00:35] Welcome to Visibly Fit Podcast[01:17] Eye Roll Exercise and Dry Eye Syndrome[02:10] Causes and Prevalence of Dry Eye Syndrome[03:02] Risk Factors and Age-Related Dry Eye[03:45] Screen Time and Dry Eye[04:06] Medications and Dry Eye[04:45] Vision and Environmental Factors[05:19] Personal Experience with Dry Eye[05:41] Impact of Dry Eye on Daily Life[06:34] Warm Compresses for Dry Eye Relief[07:27] Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids[08:09] Hydration and Eye Health[09:13] Humidifiers and Dry Environments[09:45] Eye Exercises and Blinking[11:07] Eye Bright Herb for Eye Health[12:01] Vitamin A and Diet for Eye Health[12:33] Maqui Berry Extract for Tear Production[13:16] Avoiding Harmful Eye Drops[14:37] Antioxidants and Eye Health[15:30] Cold Compresses for Eye Relief[16:03] Taking Breaks from Screen Time[17:07] Importance of Quality Sleep[18:01] Electrolytes and Hydration[19:04] Listening to Your Body[19:57] Summary and Awareness of Dry Eye Syndrome[21:00] Sharing and Rating the Podcast[22:05] Visibly Fit Program and Contact Information[23:09] Closing RemarksResources mentioned:Visibly Fit 7-Week Accelerator ProgramP.S. If you're just checking out the show to see if it's a good fit for you, welcome!If you're really serious about becoming Visibly Fit, you'll get the best experience if you download the worksheets available at https://wendiepett.com/visiblyfitpodcast.