{"title":"Eye Health \u0026 Vision Support","description":"\u003cp\u003eTCM herbal formulas for eye health and vision support. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, these formulas address macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, dry eyes, blurred vision, night blindness, retinopathy, floaters, and other degenerative eye disorders by nourishing Liver and Kidney yin and clearing Liver heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lycium-support-macular-degeneration-eye-health-tcm","title":"Lycium Support – TCM Herbal Formula for Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Cataracts, Dry Eyes \u0026 Blurred Vision","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLycium Support™\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTCM herbal formula for atrophic and degenerative eye disorders — macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, optic atrophy, retinitis, retinopathy, vitreous opacity, photophobia, dry eyes, blurred vision, night blindness, floaters, excessive tearing, and Lasik recovery — tonifies Liver and Kidney yin; brightens vision; clears Liver heat; consolidates jing (essence); lowers ocular pressure; prevents and treats diabetic retinopathy; prevents dry eyes by inhibiting lacrimal gland inflammation. Based on Qi Ju Di Huang Wan (Lycium Fruit, Chrysanthemum, and Rehmannia Pill).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ Designed for atrophic and degenerative eye disorders only. NOT suitable for acute eye disorders due to infection, external injuries, hemorrhage, or other acute causes — use appropriate formulas for those conditions. Do not apply topically into the eyes — for oral ingestion only. Serve with a pinch of salt and warm water. Note: several common drugs adversely affect the eyes — antibiotics (penicillins, tetracycline, sulfonamide), antidepressants (tricyclics, SSRIs), antihistamines, appetite suppressants (amphetamine derivatives), hormone replacement therapy, and prednisone\/steroids (increase risk of cataracts and glaucoma).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTCM pathophysiology:\u003c\/b\u003e The Liver and Kidney are the most important organs for eye health. The Liver manifests into the eyes — when there is heat in the Liver, it manifests as redness, swelling, dryness, and pain of the eyes. According to five elements theory, the Kidney is the mother of the Liver — when there is Kidney yin deficiency, Liver yin also becomes deficient, leading to blurry vision, loss of visual acuity, and dryness of the eyes. TCM is generally more effective for atrophic and degenerative eye disorders; Western medicine is generally more effective for structural damage and acute functional disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCLINICAL APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eAtrophic and degenerative eye disorders:\u003c\/b\u003e macular degeneration, glaucoma, optic atrophy, cataracts, photophobia, retinitis, retinopathy, and vitreous opacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eDeterioration of eye functions:\u003c\/b\u003e reduced visual acuity, diminished or impaired vision, blurred vision, night blindness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Other eye conditions: dry eyes, red eyes, swelling and pain, spots in front of the eyes, excessive tearing, floaters, Lasik recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBackground:\u003c\/b\u003e Good eye care and eye health are essential for preserving vision and protecting overall health. External disorders affecting the eyes include infection, injuries, swellings, and inflammation. Internal diseases affecting the eyes include diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, thyroid disorders, and cancer. Optimal treatment requires accurate diagnosis and treatment of both external disorders and internal diseases. Atrophic and degenerative eye disorders occur over a long period of time and may also require a long period of time to heal and recover — Chinese herbs slow the aging process, reverse atrophy or deterioration, and correct the underlying constitution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey herb-level clinical data:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eGou Qi Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Lycii \/ Goji Berry \/ Wolfberry \/ Lycium barbarum): prevents age-related macular degeneration — zeaxanthin (bioavailable compound in Gou Qi Zi) is essential to prevent degenerative eye disorder; human trial: oral supplementation effective in prevention of AMD and irreversible loss of central vision; cytoprotective against glucose exposure in human retinal epithelial cells — taurine (major component) reverses caspase-dependent apoptotic cytotoxicity pathway; delays diabetic retinopathy progression; dose-dependently enhances PPAR-γ in human retinal pigment epithelial cells to treat diabetic retinopathy; combined with Ju Hua — protective effects against diabetic retinopathy in streptozotocin-induced diabetes; tonifies Kidney; consolidates jing; nourishes Liver; brightens eyes; improves vision\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJu Hua\u003c\/b\u003e (Flos Chrysanthemi \/ Chrysanthemum Flower): clears Liver heat; benefits eyes; treats redness, swelling, dryness, photophobia, cataracts, and night blindness; combined with Gou Qi Zi — protective against diabetic retinopathy; clinical study: Qi Ju Di Huang Wan (with Ju Hua) — 140 patients with retinitis: complete recovery in 22, significant improvement in 21, moderate improvement in 70; vitreous opacity 34 patients: 85.29% effectiveness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eMi Meng Hua\u003c\/b\u003e (Flos Buddlejae \/ Buddleja Flower \/ Pale Butterflybush): treats eye disorders caused by either excess or deficiency syndromes; topical application as eye drops — inhibits cell apoptosis in lacrimal glands; prevents dry eyes by inhibiting local inflammation in lacrimal glands and reducing apoptosis of lacrimal gland cells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eQing Xiang Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Celosiae \/ Celosia Seed): clears Liver heat; benefits eyes; lowers ocular pressure — decoction given daily for 6 days lowered ocular pressure; treats glaucoma\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShu Di Huang\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata \/ Prepared Rehmannia): foundation herb from Liu Wei Di Huang Wan — nourishes Liver and Kidney yin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eGui Ban\u003c\/b\u003e (Plastrum Testudinis \/ Tortoise Plastron \/ Turtle Shell): vinegar-processed — further tonifies Liver and Kidney yin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShan Zhu Yu\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Corni \/ Cornelian Cherry \/ Cornus): nourishes Liver and Kidney yin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShan Yao\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma Dioscoreae \/ Chinese Yam \/ Dioscorea): nourishes Liver and Kidney yin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eMu Dan Pi\u003c\/b\u003e (Cortex Moutan \/ Moutan Bark \/ Tree Peony Root Bark): clears deficiency heat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZe Xie\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma Alismatis \/ Alisma Rhizome): drains dampness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eFu Ling\u003c\/b\u003e (Poria \/ Poria Cocos \/ Hoelen): strengthens Spleen; drains dampness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eGou Qi Zi, Wu Wei Zi, Sha Yuan Zi, Tu Si Zi, Fu Pen Zi\u003c\/b\u003e: tonify Kidney; consolidate jing (essence); nourish Liver; brighten eyes; improve vision; treat deficiency signs of dryness, blurriness, and dizziness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJu Hua, Jue Ming Zi, Che Qian Zi, Chong Wei Zi, Gu Jing Cao, Qing Xiang Zi\u003c\/b\u003e: clear Liver heat; benefit eyes; treat Liver fire rising causing redness, swelling, dryness, photophobia, cataracts, and night blindness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJue Ming Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Cassiae \/ Cassia Seed \/ Sicklepod): clears Liver heat; benefits eyes; treats cataracts and night blindness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChe Qian Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Plantaginis \/ Plantago Seed \/ Plantain Seed): clears Liver heat; benefits eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChong Wei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Leonuri \/ Motherwort Fruit): clears Liver heat; benefits eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eGu Jing Cao\u003c\/b\u003e (Flos Eriocauli \/ Pipewort Flower \/ Eriocaulon): clears Liver heat; benefits eyes; treats night blindness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eWu Wei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis \/ Schisandra \/ Five-Flavor Berry): tonifies Kidney; consolidates jing; brightens eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eSha Yuan Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Astragali Complanati \/ Flattened Milkvetch Seed): tonifies Kidney; consolidates jing; brightens eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eTu Si Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Cuscutae \/ Cuscuta Seed \/ Dodder Seed): tonifies Kidney; consolidates jing; brightens eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eFu Pen Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Rubi \/ Chinese Raspberry \/ Rubus): tonifies Kidney; consolidates jing; brightens eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWESTERN THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003ePrevents and treats age-related macular degeneration\u003c\/b\u003e — Gou Qi Zi \/ zeaxanthin (bioavailable; prevents irreversible central vision loss; human trial)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003ePrevents and treats diabetic retinopathy\u003c\/b\u003e — Gou Qi Zi \/ taurine (cytoprotective against glucose in human retinal epithelial cells; reverses caspase-dependent apoptotic cytotoxicity; delays retinopathy progression; PPAR-γ↑ in retinal pigment epithelial cells); Gou Qi Zi + Ju Hua (protective in streptozotocin-induced diabetic retinopathy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003ePrevents dry eyes\u003c\/b\u003e — Mi Meng Hua (inhibits lacrimal gland cell apoptosis; inhibits local inflammation in lacrimal glands)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eLowers ocular pressure\u003c\/b\u003e — Qing Xiang Zi (decoction daily for 6 days — ocular pressure↓)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eClinical outcomes (formula-level)\u003c\/b\u003e — Qi Ju Di Huang Wan: 140 patients retinitis (complete recovery 22, significant improvement 21, moderate improvement 70); modified formula: 34 patients vitreous opacity — 85.29% effectiveness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tonifies Liver and Kidney yin (Shu Di Huang, Shan Zhu Yu, Shan Yao, Gui Ban, Mu Dan Pi, Ze Xie, Fu Ling — Liu Wei Di Huang Wan foundation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tonifies Kidney; consolidates jing (essence); brightens eyes (Gou Qi Zi, Wu Wei Zi, Sha Yuan Zi, Tu Si Zi, Fu Pen Zi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Clears Liver heat; benefits eyes (Ju Hua, Jue Ming Zi, Che Qian Zi, Chong Wei Zi, Gu Jing Cao, Qing Xiang Zi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Treats both excess and deficiency eye conditions (Mi Meng Hua)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDOSAGE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard:\u003c\/b\u003e 3–4 capsules three times daily with a pinch of salt and warm water. In severe cases, increase to 6–8 capsules three times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary formulas:\u003c\/b\u003e Visual disturbance from bacterial infections — add Herbal ABX. Visual disturbance from viral infections — add Herbal AVR. Eye inflammation — add Astringent Complex. Diabetic retinopathy — add Equilibrium. Glaucoma with heat — add Gardenia Complex or Gentiana Complex. Environmental toxins or pollutants — add Herbal DTX + Liver DTX. Hypertension — add Gastrodia Complex or Gentiana Complex. Eye injuries — add Flex (TMX). Kidney and Liver yin deficiency — add Kidney Tonic (Yin). Kidney yin-deficient heat — add Nourish or Balance (Heat). Excessive heat — add Gardenia Complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day. Select foods high in beta-carotene: carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, and butternut squash. Fish oil or deep-sea fish (salmon, sardines, tuna) is very good for eye health maintenance. Increase intake of nourishing roots: Mexican yam, yam, radishes, potatoes, carrots, melons, cucumbers, beets, turnips, malanga, celeriac, taro, and rutabaga. For macular degeneration, extensive drusen, pigment changes, or geographic atrophy — daily supplements: zinc oxide 80mg, copper 2mg, vitamin C 500mg, vitamin E 400 IU, beta-carotene 15mg (or vitamin A 28,000 IU). Avoid spicy foods, pungent foods, alcohol, and smoking. Tao of Nutrition (Dr. Maoshing Ni and Cathy McNease) — Cataracts: increase chrysanthemum, cilantro, spinach, cloves, water chestnuts, yams, goji berries, black beans, and sesame seeds; avoid any type of spices, salt, and garlic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifestyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid excessive use of the eyes — take frequent breaks when reading, watching television, or using the computer. Avoid excessive or prolonged exposure to UV light (sunlight, sunlamps, welding arcs) or x-rays. Avoid wearing contact lenses for excessive periods. Avoid rubbing the eyes — find the cause of irritation and treat accordingly. Maintain adequate fluid intake — dehydration contributes to dryness and discomfort of the eyes. Apply a heat pad or moist hot towel over the eyes to increase blood circulation; alternatively, place chrysanthemum flowers in hot water and let the steam treat the eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEye exercises:\u003c\/b\u003e In a quiet, relaxed environment, clear the mind and slowly look around in a circle with the eyes only, reversing direction each time — exercises the eye muscles in a healthy way. Look far away: go outside into a natural clean environment and look as far away as possible; relax the eyes, focus on one direction for 25 seconds, then focus on something close by; repeat 20 times, three times a day — maintains elasticity of the muscles and lens and prevents premature changes in vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbal-abx\"\u003eHerbal ABX\u003c\/a\u003e – for bacterial eye infections | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbal-avr\"\u003eHerbal AVR\u003c\/a\u003e – for viral eye infections | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/astringent-complex\"\u003eAstringent Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for eye inflammation | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/equilibrium\"\u003eEquilibrium\u003c\/a\u003e – for diabetic retinopathy | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gardenia-complex\"\u003eGardenia Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for glaucoma with heat or excessive heat | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gentiana-complex\"\u003eGentiana Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for glaucoma or hypertension | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gastrodia-complex\"\u003eGastrodia Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for hypertension-related visual disturbance | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbal-dtx\"\u003eHerbal DTX\u003c\/a\u003e – for environmental toxin-related visual disturbance | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liver-dtx\"\u003eLiver DTX\u003c\/a\u003e – for liver-related visual disturbance | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flex-tmx\"\u003eFlex (TMX)\u003c\/a\u003e – for eye injuries | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kidney-tonic-yin\"\u003eKidney Tonic (Yin)\u003c\/a\u003e – for Kidney and Liver yin deficiency | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nourish\"\u003eNourish\u003c\/a\u003e – for yin-deficient heat | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/balance-heat\"\u003eBalance (Heat)\u003c\/a\u003e – for Kidney yin-deficient heat | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eye-health-vision-support\"\u003eEye Health \u0026amp; Vision Support Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Modern Herbal Formulas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53411773710447,"sku":null,"price":31.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/LyciumSupport.jpg?v=1782667912"}],"url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/collections\/eye-health-vision-support.oembed","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}