{"id":6696,"date":"2023-05-12T17:47:31","date_gmt":"2023-05-12T17:47:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=6696"},"modified":"2024-08-30T14:59:58","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T14:59:58","slug":"eyebright-eye-herb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/eyebright-eye-herb\/","title":{"rendered":"I Spy with My Little Eyebright&#8230; The Eye Herb!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-logos-only is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BotanicChoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 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class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-tiktok  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@botanicchoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M16.708 0.027c1.745-0.027 3.48-0.011 5.213-0.027 0.105 2.041 0.839 4.12 2.333 5.563 1.491 1.479 3.6 2.156 5.652 2.385v5.369c-1.923-0.063-3.855-0.463-5.6-1.291-0.76-0.344-1.468-0.787-2.161-1.24-0.009 3.896 0.016 7.787-0.025 11.667-0.104 1.864-0.719 3.719-1.803 5.255-1.744 2.557-4.771 4.224-7.88 4.276-1.907 0.109-3.812-0.411-5.437-1.369-2.693-1.588-4.588-4.495-4.864-7.615-0.032-0.667-0.043-1.333-0.016-1.984 0.24-2.537 1.495-4.964 3.443-6.615 2.208-1.923 5.301-2.839 8.197-2.297 0.027 1.975-0.052 3.948-0.052 5.923-1.323-0.428-2.869-0.308-4.025 0.495-0.844 0.547-1.485 1.385-1.819 2.333-0.276 0.676-0.197 1.427-0.181 2.145 0.317 2.188 2.421 4.027 4.667 3.828 1.489-0.016 2.916-0.88 3.692-2.145 0.251-0.443 0.532-0.896 0.547-1.417 0.131-2.385 0.079-4.76 0.095-7.145 0.011-5.375-0.016-10.735 0.025-16.093z\" \/><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">TikTok<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyebright\u2019s been the classic vision herb for centuries, particularly for eye irritation and redness. Could eyebright be right for you? Read on to learn more about this useful little herb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In This Healthy Insight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>What is Eyebright?<\/li><li>Benefits and Traditional Use of Eyebright<\/li><li>Where to Buy Eyebright<\/li><li>Eyebright, Extracts and Supplements<\/li><li>Tips to Exercise Your Eyes<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header1\"><strong>What is Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis)?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Native throughout Europe and North America, eyebright is a plant with small scalloped-edged white flowers that feature purple streaks with yellow spots and a black spot near the center. This makes it look like bloodshot <a aria-label=\"human eye (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/best-eye-supplement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">human eye<\/a>. Historically, using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/supplements-5202255\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">eyebright<\/a> for the eyes was based on a 16 Century theory that a plant\u2019s appearance is indicative of health conditions it could treat, hence the name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common names for eyebright include: Casse-Lunettes, Eufrasia, Officinale, Euphrasia, Euphraisia Eye Bright, Euphrasia officinalis, Herbe d&#8217;Euphraise, and Luminet among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyebright thrives in poor soil, grows up to 8 inches in height, and blooms late in the season. Its stems, leaves, and flowers have been used in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/top-10-herbs-for-body-mind\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"traditional herbal remedies (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">traditional herbal remedies<\/a> in Europe for centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/EyebrightInbetween1-1-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"Showing What Eyebright is\" class=\"wp-image-7847\" width=\"512\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/EyebrightInbetween1-1-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/EyebrightInbetween1-1-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/EyebrightInbetween1-1-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/EyebrightInbetween1-1-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/EyebrightInbetween1-1-2048x1463.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header2\"><strong>Benefits and Traditional Use of Eyebright<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While scientific evidence is scant about the usefulness of eyebright, herbal enthusiasts believe it supports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Strong <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vision-Health-Lutein\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"vision (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">vision<\/a><\/li><li>Comfortable eyes<\/li><li>Healthy sinuses and nasal passages<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyebright contains naturally occurring tannins, saponins, rutin, quercetin, iodine, zinc and vitamins A, B, C, D and E, which may offer some nutritional support to health and vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header3\"><strong>Where to Buy Eyebright<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lately there\u2019s been a shortage of eyebright herb, but with some searching you can still find limited quantities <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"online or at health food stores (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">online or at health food stores<\/a> in several forms: capsules (by itself or blended with other eye-supporting ingredients), liquid extracts, tea, and homeopathic remedies and eye drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header4\"><strong>Eyebright, Extracts &amp; Supplements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a aria-label=\"Tea. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Herbal-Tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"><strong>Tea.<\/strong><\/a> In tea bag or loose, let steep for 5-10 minutes and strain. May be sweetened if desired. &nbsp;<\/li><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Liquid-Extracts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Liquid extract.<\/a><\/strong> Add to any hot or cold beverage.<\/li><li><strong>Capsules.<\/strong> Often blended with other eye-supporting nutrients.<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Homeopathy\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Homeopathic<\/a> tablets<\/strong>. Dissolved under the tongue. &nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Homeopathic <a aria-label=\"eye drops (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vision-Health-Lutein\/Eye-Drops\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">eye drops<\/a>.<\/strong> For redness and irritation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/EyebrightInbetween2-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"ways on to improve your eyesight\" class=\"wp-image-7849\" width=\"512\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/EyebrightInbetween2-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/EyebrightInbetween2-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/EyebrightInbetween2-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/EyebrightInbetween2-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/EyebrightInbetween2-2048x1463.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/simple-tips-for-everyday-vision-problems\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Tips to Exercise the Eyes<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Computer vision syndrome is a common complaint among individuals who spend significant time staring at digital devices. This syndrome can cause:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Eye strain<\/li><li><a aria-label=\"Dry eyes (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/why-are-my-eyes-so-dry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Dry eyes<\/a><\/li><li>Itchy eyes<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/beauty\/causes-and-natural-remedies-for-under-eye-bags\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Tired eyes (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Tired eyes<\/a><\/li><li>Blurred vision<\/li><li>Headaches<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eye Exercise #1<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">While seated hold your finger a few inches from your eye. Focus on your finger and slowly move it away from your face while continuing to focus on it. Look away then slowly bring your finger back to you face. Look away and repeat two-three times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eye Exercise #2<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, while seated, hold your thumb about 12 inches from your face and hold it for 10 seconds. Focus on an object 15 feet away and hold for 10 seconds. Return your focus to your thumb and repeat three times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eye Exercise #3<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This exercise should be done from a seated position as well. Make a figure 8 with your eyes, first starting at the right for 20 seconds, then to the left for 20 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With recent heightened awareness of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/blue-light-the-dangers-to-vision-health-while-working-from-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"blue light from digital screens (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">blue light from digital screens<\/a>, it\u2019s now more important than ever to support the health of your eyes. &nbsp;If you\u2019re considering adding eyebright to your wellness plan, be sure to speak with your doctor or healthcare practitioner. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These statements have not been evaluated by the Food &amp; Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 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