Natural EYE CARE

22/04/2026

New research highlights a fascinating link between vitamin A, thyroid hormones and clear vision. This new article by the popular Dr Mercola explains how these two factors work together during eye development to form the part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed sight — determining how well we see from birth.

It also reinforces something we often talk about in natural eye care: nutrition matters. Key nutrients like vitamin A, along with antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, help protect the retina and support long-term visual health.

Vitamin A and thyroid hormone work together during eye development to build the tiny region of your retina responsible for your sharpest vision.

18/04/2026

It's not just about what you should eat but also what you should avoid. Both healthy nutrient intake and the avoidance of harmful foods are important for maintaining healthy eyes.

A poor diet high in sugar, processed foods and unhealthy fats can increase inflammation, impair circulation and raise the risk of eye conditions like macular degeneration, cataract and dry eye syndrome.

Avoid vision problems by cutting out harmful foods! Discover the worst foods for eye health and learn what to eat instead for sharper, healthier eyesight.

06/04/2026

https://mivision.com.au/2026/03/metformin-link-to-reduced-amd/

A five-year observational study has found a “significant association” between metformin use in people with diabetes and intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) – with an incidence reduction of 37% over five years.

30/03/2026

MONTHLY WEBINAR IN NATURAL EYE CARE

Each month (last Sunday of the month 4 to 5.30pm) we host a 1.5 hour (1 hour plus 30min Q and A) webinar dedicated to helping people better understand their eyes and protect their vision naturally.

These sessions are designed to be informative, practical and supportive, offering a space where you can learn about natural eye exercises, diet, supplements, lighting, visual habits, acupressure and massage, stress management, sleep and ask questions about your eyes.

You can book here
https://naturaleyecare.com.au/product/free-monthly-webinar-last-sunday-of-the-month-4pm/
or email us at naturaleyecare@outlook.com with any questions

Each month, Dr. Jenny Livanos, holistic optometrist and nutritionist at Natural Eye Care Australia, hosts a live 1.5 hour (1 hour plus 30min Q and A) webinar dedicated to helping people better unde…

09/03/2026

RED LIGHT THERAPY IN GLEBE, SYDNEY

For those interested in red light therapy for eye health and focussing - on Sat 21st March and Fri 10th April we are offering free sessions with our home units Eyepower, Eyepower Lux and Arunalight - come and learn how to use these for your eyes and have a session - call us on 0402410821 or email us at naturaleyecare@outlook.com to book an appointment.

Red light therapy glasses (also called photobiomodulation glasses) are a technology designed to deliver low-level red light - usually around 670 nm—to the eyes for therapeutic effects on the retina and visual system. There is growing research (more than 200 studies so far) that this light is of benefit for retinal energy metabolism, ageing, inflammation and improving blood flow in the eyes. It is already being used in Australia in optometrical practices for dry eyes and myopia in children and overseas additionally for- cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, reading vision and much more.

08/03/2026

Nutrition plays an important role in maintaining healthy eyesight and supporting the long-term function of the eyes. The retina and other eye tissues require a steady supply of vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and antioxidants to protect them from oxidative stress and age-related damage.

Nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, lutein and zeaxanthin help support retinal health, visual function and the health of the optic nerve.

A balanced diet rich in colourful vegetables, leafy greens, fruits, nuts, seeds and quality proteins can help nourish the eyes and contribute to clearer, more comfortable vision and healthy eyes.

Your Science-based Guide to Wellness, Diet and Lifestyle Medicine

04/03/2026

Break the cycle, heal your heart, transform your life - Heal Your Life Workshop Sun 19th April North Strathfield, Sydny 9 to 6.30pm

If you’re curious about how your thoughts, emotions and past history may be influencing your vision, this powerful one-day workshop is for you.

Join Irina Castellano— author, neuro-practitioner, trauma coach and certified **Louise Hay** Heal Your Life Coach — for a transformational day of insight and self-discovery.

During this immersive experience, you’ll learn how to:

• Explore the connection between thoughts, emotions and your life
• Increase self-awareness
• Identify and release emotional patterns that no longer serve you

Jenny from Natural EYE CARE will also be attending on the day, and as a special bonus if you book through us, you’ll receive a complimentary online or phone consultation in natural eye care to complement the workshop. Call us on 0402410821 or email naturaleyecare@outlook.com to book.

02/03/2026

Many people don’t realise that natural eye care has powerful real-life stories behind it. One of the most inspiring is teacher Meir Schneider.

Born with severe visual challenges, including cataracts and other complex eye conditions, Meir was declared legally blind as a child. Doctors told his family there was little hope for his vision. Yet through dedicated practice using natural eye exercises, movement, relaxation and awareness techniques inspired by the Bates Method, he gradually improved his sight far beyond expectations, even receiving an unrestricted driver's licence.

His journey was consistent, with patient retraining of the eyes and brain. Today, he is known worldwide for teaching natural vision improvement and self-healing principles.

His story reminds us that the visual system is dynamic. With the right stimulation, relaxation, circulation and neural engagement, change is possible. Natural eye care is about supporting the eyes holistically and giving them every opportunity to function at their best.

The Meir Schneider Method of Self-Healing Through Bodywork and Movement empowers you to take charge of your own health and unlock the body’s ability to heal itself.

24/02/2026

Regular meditation can help visual clarity, focussing skills and eye health by balancing our autonomic nervous system (through stress reduction and relaxation), enhancing blood flow, reducing inflammation and strengthening visual cortex functioning.

Try simply closing your eyes and doing slow gentle breathing, whilst visualising softness in your eyes and surrounding eye muscles and face.

Break Through Your Meditation Plateau in Just 8 Days

21/02/2026

A recent population study found that exposure to common environmental chemicals is associated with an increased risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). These chemicals, which come from pesticides used in agriculture and residential pest control, can accumulate in the body and were shown to be significant predictors of AMD risk, along with aging, genetic susceptibility, lifestyle habits and other environmental exposures.

A new study links urinary metabolites from organophosphorus pesticides to increased age-related macular degeneration risk.

18/02/2026

Professor Glen Jeffery is a neuroscientist and vision researcher at the University College London Institute of Ophthalmology who has led pioneering research into how long-wavelength red light affects eye health. Jeffery’s work focuses on how ageing retinal cells lose energy, especially after about age 40, due to a decline in mitochondrial function — the tiny structures in cells that produce energy.

In landmark human research, Jeffery and colleagues found that just three minutes of daily exposure to deep red light (around 670 nm) in the morning can boost the energy systems of retinal cells and significantly improve aspects of declining vision. The underlying idea is that red light at specific long wavelengths is absorbed by mitochondria in the retina, enhancing energy production in photoreceptors — the cells responsible for colour vision and low-light sensitivity — effectively “recharging” them like tiny batteries.

At Natural EYE CARE we have both the Eyepower and Arunalight devices to help you improve your focus and eye health, with an included online consultation to help you with other lifestyle factors also! See us at naturaleyecare.com.au

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09/02/2026

As we age, our eyes undergo changes that can affect both vision and eye health. The lens becomes less flexible, making near vision more difficult, while circulation and cellular repair in the eyes can slow down. Over time, this increases the risk for eye disease.

Australian scientists have found that a diet of whole foods (not processed), good hydration, regular movement and strength training, getting at least 7 hours of quality sleep, a positive mindset, stress management and helping mitochondrial health (our cellular batteries) can help reverse ageing.

Forget anti-ageing creams and miracle cures, scientists have discovered the real secret to turning back time.