The eyes are the windows of the soul, protecting vision is crucial in daily life. In the face of eye fatigue, especially eye soreness caused by prolonged eye use or emotional fluctuations, we can draw on traditional Chinese medicine wisdom to clear the liver and brighten the eyes. Here are some suggestions:
– Chrysanthemum Tea: Use an appropriate amount of chrysanthemum, steep in boiling water for consumption. Chrysanthemum is not only rich in vitamin A essential for eye health but also a traditional Chinese medicinal herb for treating various eye diseases. It can help refresh the mind, relieve dryness caused by excessive liver fire or eye strain.
– Goji Berry Tea: Simply soak an appropriate amount of goji berries in hot water. Goji berries are rich in carotene, vitamin B group, iron, and other minerals, making them an ideal choice for nourishing the eyes, especially suitable for those who often face electronic screens.
– Goji Chrysanthemum Tea: By combining the power of goji berries and chrysanthemum, steep in hot water. This not only nourishes the eyes but also assists in regulating blood deficiency accompanied by liver heat.
– Cassia Seed Chrysanthemum Hawthorn Tea: Mix cassia seeds, chrysanthemum, and hawthorn in proportion, steep in boiling water, cover and let simmer for about 30 minutes. This tea is suitable for dry eye patients with liver and stomach heat and poor appetite.
In addition to beverages, traditional Chinese medicine also recommends massaging specific acupoints to clear the liver and brighten the eyes:
– Taixi Acupoint: Located on the inner side of the foot, in the depression between the back of the ankle and Achilles tendon; massaging this point can stimulate kidney energy, achieving the effect of “nourishing water and nurturing wood.” – Xingjian Acupoint: Between the big toe and second toe, upwards in the gap; massaging here helps disperse excessive heart fire, particularly suitable for use when liver fire is vigorous in spring. – Dadun Acupoint: Located on the inner edge of the big toe; massaging this point helps clear the liver and brighten the eyes, keeping one clear-headed and refreshed. – Taichong Acupoint: On the top of the foot, in front of the gap between the first and second metatarsal bones; massaging this point can effectively regulate liver energy and maintain normal liver function. – Ganyu Acupoint: Below the 9th thoracic vertebrae spinous process on the back, 1.5 inches aside, as the back-shu point of the liver, it plays an indispensable role in nourishing and protecting the liver.
As for diet, it is recommended to consume foods such as safflower, pea shoots, cassia seeds tea, and goji berries, all of which help clear the liver and brighten the eyes, promoting eye health.
In conclusion, whether through beverage regulation, acupoint massage, or balanced diet, all can help alleviate eye fatigue and protect our precious vision. In the digital age, such self-care is particularly important.
