Herbal use of Eyebright, or Euphrasia rostkoviana (syn Euphrasia officinalis, dates to the 14th century when it was described as a cure for all eye maladies. By the 16th century, eyebright was hailed by well-regarded herbalists such as Fuchsius and Tragus. Is found and used in Europe, North America, Western Asia, and Northern Asia. The name Euphrasia originates in Greece from the word for gladness. Other names for the plant are “Euphrasia” in English, “Augentröst” in German, and “Casse-lunette” in French. Alternative names, mainly in herbalism, are Augentrostkraut, Euphrasiae herba, Herba Euphrasiae andEyebright is also known as Euphrasia Officinalis. This powerfully healing herb belongs to the Figwort family. Most parts of this herb including leaves, stem, and flowers can be digested and they gain the fame and popularities in herbal medicine. There are many amazing benefits of Eyebright for the eyes. It has been believed to treat and prevent different eye related ailments. Researchers and scientists who conducted a lot of studies and investigated Eyebright have found many organic, chemical, and nutritional properties in this herb. These potential properties make Eyebright become an effective herbal remedy for not only eye problems but also a variety of health conditions.

Organic Eyebright Dried Loose Leaf 1kg – Cullulla Rd

Eyebright’s main use in herbal medicine is, as Culpepper suggests, “for all infirmities of the eyes that cause dimness of sights”. Eyebright’s centuries of use as a remedy for conjunctivitis and bloodshot eyes is insufficient to convince some modern herbalists of it’s effectiveness, because the scientific evidence for it’s use is thin. Although there is no specific evidence that eyebright as a whole is particularly useful for eye conditions, there is considerable evidence that compounds in the herb are anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.

Most benefits of Eyebright herb come from its beneficial compounds and nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, B vitamins, and beta-carotene, ferulic acids, caffeic acids iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, tannins, defensive compounds and volatile oils. Talking about amazing health benefits of Eyebright herb, we should mention its use in the treatment of many eye problems such as blepharitis, ophthalmia, stye, cataract, strained eyes, bloodshot, and weeping eye. Using Eyebright herb is also effective in treating respiratory issues such as colds, bronchitis, allergies, and sinusitis. Skin problems including stretch marks and acne can be solved well with Eyebright treatments.

9 Health Benefits of Eyebright Herb (allremedies.com)

Herbal Actions:

• Astringent- Substance that causes constriction of mucous membranes exposed tissues usually by precipitating proteins.
• Anti catarrhal- Substances that reduces the formation of catarrhal or phlegm (pathological mucus secretion)
• Mucous membranes tonic – Substance that improves the tone, vigor and function of the mucous membranes (respiratory and digestive tract)
• Antiflammatory- Substance that reduces inflammation.

Indications/Prescribing:

Catarrhal conditions of the upper respiratory tract, sinusitis, chronic sneezing, hay fever, middle ear infection, sore throat, catarrhal phase of measles, the common cold.

Catarrhal conditions of the eyes, nose and ears.

Sinusitis, conjunctivitis (internally and locally)

Weakness of eyes and eyesight disorders

Catarrhal conditions of intestinal tract, epilepsy.

Contraindications:

None known.

Warning and Precautions:

None required.

Use in pregnancy and lactation:

No adverse effects expected.

Side effects:

None expected if taken within recommended dose range.

For topical use of eyebright (such as treatment of conjunctivitis) solution of approximately 5 to 6 drops of 1:2extract is prepared in an eye bath of recently boiled water or saline. The liquid should be allowed to cool before applying to the eye. (Allowing the alcohol to evaporate before applying to the eye is important).

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Rosemarie

Naturopath, Herbalist, Equine herbalist, Iridologist.