It is the inflammation of the conjunctiva (lining membrane of the eyelids) characterized by
redness, swelling, and secretions. Conjunctivitis is sometimes called “pink eye” and it is mainly due to a bacterial or viral infection. The most common cause is a viral infection with adenovirus being the predominant virus. It may occur occasionally due to allergies or nutritional deficiencies.
Pink eye may look like subconjunctival hemorrhage.
Nutritional Support:
Restricted Foods:
- Sugars and sweets: they weaken the immune system.
- Solanine containing foods: eggplants, tomatoes, and potatoes especially the ones with green spots on. Solanine worsens inflammation.
- Foods high in Omega – 6 fatty acid: borage oil, safflower oil, sunflower oil, evening primrose oil, and black currant oil. Omega – 6 fatty acid exacerbates inflammation.
- Egg yolks.
- Dairy products.
- Red meats.
Recommended Foods:
- Fish.
- Flaxseed.
- Vegetables of different colors.
- Berries.
Recommended Supplements:
- Vitamin A: 3000 – 5000 IU a day.
- Omega – 3 Fatty Acids: 1- 3 grams a day. They reduce inflammation.
- French Maritime Pine Bark Extract: 100– 200 mg a day. It lessens inflammation.
- Grape Seed Extract: 50 – 100 mg a day. It is a powerful antioxidant that fights inflammation.
- Multivitamin: A high potency product.
