New Delhi, December 16 (IANS). In today’s busy life, many eye problems have become common due to spending more time on mobile or laptop-desktop screen. Be it eye fatigue or pain, the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India provides information about Bidalika, an Ayurvedic method effective in removing eye problems.
Ayurvedacharya explains that Bidalika or Bidalak is an effective Ayurvedic way to nourish and protect the eyes, which improves eyesight.
Bidalika is part of the ‘Kriyakalpa’ system of Ayurveda. In this, a paste made of medicinal herbs is prepared and it is applied on the outer surface of the eyes except the eyelids. This coating is applied in a certain thickness and kept for a certain period of time and then removed. Bidalika is mainly used to provide relief in eye swelling and pain.
Bidalika reduces pain, irritation and swelling in the eyes. Pacifies Pitta dosha and provides cooling effect. Provides relief from problems like stye, conjunctivitis, blepharitis. Helps improve vision, enhancing illumination and managing refractive errors. Removes complaints like eye fatigue, redness and photophobia. It is also beneficial in inflammatory diseases like dacryocystitis, hordeolum.
Regular Bidalika can keep the eyes healthy and strong. The effect of this treatment reaches directly to the eyes, providing immediate relief. In many researches, it has been found effective in bacterial conjunctivitis and other eye diseases, although Ayurvedacharya also advises to take some precautions for Bidalika.
Always get it done under the supervision of an Ayurvedic doctor. Don’t try it yourself. Also, do not do this if you have eye wounds, injuries or serious diseases like glaucoma, retinal disorders. After Bidalika, rest your eyes, stay away from bright lights or screens.
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