Key Takeaways — Myopia (Refractive Errors) & Ayurveda
Myopia in Ayurveda is Timira — a Vata eye disorder
Spending time outdoors daily helps control myopia in children
Netra Tarpana nourishes and relaxes eye muscles
Follow the 20-20-20 rule to reduce screen eye strain
Early spectacle correction prevents amblyopia development
Understanding Myopia (Refractive Errors) in Ayurveda
Symptoms of Myopia (Refractive Errors)
Blurred vision when looking at distant objects
Squinting to see clearly at distance
Headaches from eye strain
Difficulty seeing clearly while driving
Sitting close to screen or board
Eye fatigue after focusing at distance
Children holding books very close
Ayurvedic Causative Factors (Nidana)
- Vata dosha aggravation weakening eye muscles
- Genetic predisposition and family history
- Excessive near work and screen time
- Insufficient outdoor time especially in children
- Poor lighting during reading
- Nutritional deficiencies affecting eye development
- Premature birth as a risk factor
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Diet & Lifestyle (Pathya-Apathya)
✓ Beneficial (Pathya)
- Vitamin A rich foods — carrots, sweet potato, spinach
- Antioxidant-rich fruits and colourful vegetables
- Omega-3 fatty acids for retinal health
- Triphala and amla for eye nourishment
- Stay well hydrated for eye health
✗ To Avoid (Apathya)
- Excessive screen time without breaks
- Poor lighting while reading or working
- Rubbing eyes frequently
- Processed and nutrient-poor foods
- Alcohol and tobacco