Natural EYE CARE

08/06/2026

Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist and professor at Stanford University, has discussed several evidence-based strategies that may help support healthy vision and visual performance. He emphasises the importance of regular exposure to natural outdoor light, particularly in the morning, to support healthy eye development and overall visual function.

Huberman also highlights the value of allowing the eyes to focus at varying distances throughout the day, rather than spending prolonged periods looking at screens or close-up tasks. For reducing digital eye strain, he recommends taking frequent visual breaks and consciously shifting focus to distant objects. In addition, he has spoken about the potential benefits of visual training exercises that challenge eye movements, tracking and focus, helping to maintain the connection between the eyes and the brain. Combined with good sleep, regular exercise and a nutrient-rich diet, these habits can contribute to long-term eye health and visual comfort.

06/06/2026

Few people have championed the practice of palming as passionately as Meir Schneider. Born with severe visual impairments and declared legally blind as a child, Schneider spent decades exploring natural methods to improve visual function and relaxation. Throughout his work, he has consistently described palming as one of the most powerful and accessible exercises for eye health.

For Meir Schneider, palming is far more than simply covering the eyes with the hands. He sees it as a profound form of relaxation for the eyes, optic nerves, brain and nervous system. He teaches that modern life places enormous strain on our visual system through screens, artificial lighting, stress and constant close work. Palming offers a way to interrupt that cycle of tension and allow the visual system to rest deeply.

Schneider encourages people to gently cup their warm hands over closed eyes without applying pressure, creating complete darkness while breathing slowly and relaxing the entire body. He believes that this darkness and stillness help quiet the overstimulated optic nerves and encourage circulation and relaxation throughout the eyes. In his teachings, palming is often described as the foundation upon which many other vision improvement exercises are built.

What makes Schneider's approach unique is his emphasis on comfort and enjoyment. He frequently reminds students that the goal is not to force improvement but to allow relaxation. He often recommends regular palming breaks throughout the day (short sessions of more therapeutic palming could be 6 min long or for even 45 min), particularly for those who spend long hours reading, driving or working on computers. For many of his students, palming becomes a daily ritual— a break into darkness, calm and rest in an increasingly busy world.

31/05/2026

Healing begins with small daily choices. Some are looking for the one supplement, one exercise or one treatment that will transform their eye health overnight. But true healing usually happens differently. It happens through the small choices we make every day.

* Better nutrition
* More time outdoors
* Better visual habits
* Less device use
* More exercise
* Less stress

These simple habits don't just affect your general health—they affect your eyes too. Small changes may seem insignificant in the moment, but they compound over weeks, months and years. The daily walk. The earlier bedtime. The healthier meal. The time spent outdoors in natural light. These habits create the foundation upon which better health and better vision can grow.

If you're interested in a face-to-face natural eye care consultation in Glebe Sydney at On Point Optical (eye testing also available with experienced optometrist Jamilla) to improve your focus and eye health, call us on 0402410821 or email us at [email protected]. We also offer online consultations for those not in Sydney. Next appointments available on Fri 5th June, you can test out our Arunalight red light therapy glasses or pick up your natural eye care products also!

27/05/2026

What lifestyle changes have you made that helped improve your vision or eye comfort?

Have you noticed benefits from:
* More natural sunlight
* Dietary changes or supplements
* Better hydration
* Improved sleep
* Less screen time
* Stress reduction
* Vision exercises

Sometimes the smallest daily habits can make the biggest difference. Share your experiences below — your story may inspire someone else on their healing journey. I'll start first - being outside every morning gives me sharper distance vision - and you?

25/05/2026

Join holistic optometrists Jenny Livanos and Jamie White on Sun 26th June 2-5pm for this unique webinar called Improving your Vision Naturally.

In this webinar you’ll learn about:

* Natural strategies to support eye health
* The connection between your mind, body and vision
* The role of nutrition and lifestyle in vision
* How screens and blue light affect the eyes and health
* Vision training exercises to improve focus and coordination
* Simple daily habits to help protect long-term vision

This live online seminar includes practical education, a workbook and a live Q&A session to help you take charge of your eye health. Here is the link to book the seminar, email us at [email protected] or call on 0402410821 for more information.

Discover a whole-person approach to better eye health and clearer vision in this practical and empowering online seminar with holistic optometrists Jenny Livanos and Jamie White. In this webinar, y…

23/05/2026

Dr. Sam Berne is a U.S. holistic optometrist who believes that many vision issues are not just eye problems but are closely connected to the brain, body and nervous system. He suggests that focusing only on the eyes — with stronger glasses and even exercises or supplements — may miss the deeper issue of how the visual system is functioning as a whole.

Vision is a whole-body process involving the eyes, brain, posture, balance, movement and nervous system regulation. Stress and nervous system dysregulation may contribute to symptoms such as blurry vision, dizziness, eye strain, tunnel vision, poor focus, headaches, light sensitivity, fatigue and difficulty processing busy environments.

When the nervous system is stuck in “fight-or-flight,” (stress and trauma) the eyes can become over-focused, tense and poorly coordinated. This may affect how the brain combines information from both eyes.

His approach combines vision therapy, breathing, body awareness, relaxation, movement and nervous-system regulation to help improve visual comfort and perception.

Have a look at Dr Sam Berne's interesting podcasts here:

Perceptual Ecology: How Vision, the Nervous System & the Body Organize Health In this episode, Dr. Sam Berne explores the concept of Perceptual Ecology — a framework that views vision Read More » May 16, 2026

20/05/2026

We're really interested in tools that can help eye health like red light therapy (we have Arunalight and Eyepower red light glasses) and are now exploring micro-current therapy for vision.

Micro-current uses tiny electrical currents similar to the body’s own natural electrical signals. It may help:

• Stimulate retinal and optic nerve function
• Improve circulation
• Support cellular repair
• Enhance communication between cells
• Activate healing pathways within the visual system

Some practitioners are seeing promising improvements in visual function, eye strain and retinal health when combined with nutrition and lifestyle medicine.

The future of eye care may not only involve stronger glasses or invasive procedures — but therapies that help restore function, energy and healing from within. Our eyes are living, energy-producing organs… and supporting that energy may be one of the keys to preserving vision naturally.

Message us if you're interested in exploring this for your vision.

Microcurrent for Improved Vision - Discover how microcurrent can im...

17/05/2026

Can nutrition help dry eyes?

A 2026 systematic review looked at vitamin supplementation in dry eye disease and found growing evidence that targeted nutrients may help support tear film stability and reduce symptoms.

Inflammation, dehydration, poor blinking habits, overuse of digital devices, environmental stress and nutritional imbalance can all affect dry eyes.

The authors analysed 13 clinical studies, looking at oral supplementation with:

* Vitamin D (the most studied and most promising)
* Vitamin A
* Vitamin B1 and B12

Some studies reported improvements in:
* tear production
* tear film stability
* ocular surface health
* dry eye symptoms

The review highlights growing interest in the connection between
nutrition, inflammation, oxidative stress, immune function
and ocular surface health. Dry eyes may not just be a local eye problem, but can also reflect broader systemic and lifestyle factors.

Introduction Vitamins are micronutrients with a wide range of anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, regulatory and antioxidant properties. Several studies have shown that vitamins play a crucial role in the homoeostasis of the ocular surface. Deficiency of certain vitamins might be associated with th...

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.