HOW TO TAKE CARE OF....YOUR EYES

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR EYES Your eyes play an important role on your face; they express many feelings and emotions. They are a vital organ throughout your whole life, exposed to many external agents. Sometimes, your eyes reveal a sleepless night or a great weariness; unmask your dietary habits or genetic inheritance. So to not have a look dull and sad, it is ideal to know the causes of the problem and implement products or home remedies that mitigate these signs. THE MOST FEARED - Swollen eyes and bags. For whatever is the origin (allergies, little sleep, excesses ....), wash your face with cold water and gently press the area around the eyes.rnPut a cucumber or potato in the fridge. Once cool, cut into slices and placed for 15 minutes in your eyes, stay relaxed.rnYour sleeping position is also important. Raise your head a little and sleep on your back, this will achieve your fluids circulate evenly. - Anti-bags infusion. Prepare an infusion of rose petals and leave in a covered container for two hours. Strain and apply compresses on your eyes.rnMilk compresses. Apply cotton pads soaked in cold milk on closed eyes. - Crow's feet. Ideally, prevent premature aging using good sunglasses, use sunscreen around the eyes and avoid excessive sun exposure. Try not to smoke, snuff is one of the worst enemies of a smooth skin. - Papaya Mask - 1 cup papaya pulp (not too ripe) + 1 tablespoon pineapple juice. Puree papaya and pineapple juice added to increase exfoliating properties. Apply on wrinkled skin around the eyes and leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Repeat twice weekly. Beware that the mixture does not get into your eyes! - Eye Cream - 5 drops of almond oil + 3 slices of avocadornMix almond oil with avocado and gently apply the mixture around the eyes. Leave for 5 minutes and rinse with water.rnDark circles. Factors such as genetics, fatigue or illness can contribute to more pronounced dark circles. It is best to sleep well, but if need to camouflage, get a good concealer according to the color of your skin. - Chamomile - Boil two chamomile tea bags and put them in the refrigerator. Once cold, put a bag over each closed eye and leave for 15 minutes. - Grape Seed - Boil 1 tablespoon of grape seeds in 1 cup water for 5 minutes. Strain and drink once a day. These seeds strengthen the capillary walls. This preventive measure can be taken daily indefinitely. - Eyelashes. Together with the eyebrows, add symmetry and beauty to the eyes if they are in good condition. Never rub your eyes; it can cause your lashes to break. Instead, rub olive oil or other light oils onto your lashes to keep them clean and smooth. - Cleanser. 2 tablespoons castor oil + 2 tablespoons almond oil. rnMix and storage in a convenient container glass. Do not forget to shake it every time you use it. While generally a healthy lifestyle is key for good eyesight, the incorporation of various foods to your diet will help to strengthen it. - Leafy greens: kale, spinach and green lettuce contain lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that help prevent cell damage. They accumulate in the retina of the eye and protect them from the sun's ultraviolet radiation. Its antioxidant action prevents cataracts and macular degeneration adult. - Fruits and vegetables orange with beta carotene, a precursor of vitamin A that helps promote healthy vision. Zucchini, carrots, oranges and squash are some of them. - The Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish like salmon, sardines, tuna, mackerel and eggs, help modulate inflammation leading to dry eye. - Broccoli, besides containing lutein and zeaxanthin, broccoli is high in vitamin C. Helps reduce the progression of macular degeneration and age-related cataracts. Other foods rich in vitamin C include peppers, Brussels sprouts, oranges, strawberries and kiwis. - Wheat germ is a good source of vitamin E and an important antioxidant, protecting the eyesight of free radical damage. The grains, almonds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, avocados, peanut butter and hazelnuts are also a good source of vitamin E. - Pulses are all good sources of zinc in your diet. Zinc helps release vitamin A from the liver so it can be used in eye tissue. Zinc is also found in oysters, beef and chicken, chickpeas and pumpkin seeds. Finally, since many of us stay long hours in front of the screen, it is recommended to relax your eyes every half an hour, pointing to a distant spot. Sharp Eyes Saladrn50 gr cooked lentils + 100 gr baby spinach + ½ shredded carrot + 1 tablespoon of sunflower seeds + 1 branch of fresh thyme + 2 tablespoons of vinaigrette (salt / extra virgin olive oil / apple cider vinegar / pinch of mustard / pepper)rnMix all the ingredients. Pour the vinaigrette before serving Eagle Eye Juice: rnThis juice contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which help prevent vision loss caused by macular degeneration, acts as a shield against cataracts.rn2 medium carrots + 2 apples + 6 spinach leaves + 4 tablespoons wheat germrnPut all in the juicer. Add water if it is too thick.