Cataract

Cataract is a condition affecting the eyes, characterized by the buildup of protein on the lens, which leads to blurred vision. Consuming a diet abundant in vitamins A, C, and E can aid in the prevention of cataracts. Ayurvedic principles suggest that an imbalance in vata dosha contributes to the development of cataracts. Therefore, maintaining a balanced diet and steering clear of foods that exacerbate vata dosha can be beneficial for both the prevention and treatment of cataracts.

The eyes reflect the essence of the soul; it is vital to keep them clean and healthy.

EARLY-MORNING

Luke warm water / soaked almonds

BREAKFAST

Veg Poha / Veg Porridge (Dalia) / Veg Vermicelli (Sewiyan)/Veg Oats /Chapatti + Vegetable +Egg white

MID-MORNING

Fruit / Juice / Coconut water

LUNCH

Chapatti/ Missi chapatti + Brown Rice + Vegetable + Fish

EVENING

Roasted Black grams (Chane) / Veg soup (homemade) / Sprouts / Herbal tea / wheat grass juice

DINNER

Brown Rice + Vegetable + Chapatti + Dal

DIET INSTRUCTIONS

ALLOWED TO TAKE	AVOID
CEREALS	CEREALS
Wheat, White rice, Brown rice, Sorghum, Amaranth, Finger millet, Foxtail millet, Pearl millet, Buckwheat, Little millet, Quinoa Flour Ratio – Wheat Atta (50%) + Soybean Atta (20%) + Ragi flour (30%)	Refined flour
FRUITS	FRUITS
Banana, Water melon, Muskmelon, Avocado, Peaches, Pear, Coconut, Pomegranate, Figs, Mango, Litchi, Custard apple, Sapodilla, Papaya, Orange, Green apple, All types of berries, Pineapple, Kiwi fruit	Nil
VEGETABLES	VEGETABLES
Zucchini, Sweet potato, Pumpkin, Celery, Coriander, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Kale, Mushrooms, Spinach, Carrot, Fenugreek leaves, Okra, Bottle gourd, Brussels sprouts, Lettuce, Ginger, Chicory greens, Tomatoes, green chilly Bitter gourd (0ccasionally)	Red chilies
PULSES	PULSES
All pulses and legumes.	Nil
Dairy Products	Dairy Products
Skimmed milk, skimmed yogurt	Milk, Cheese, Buttermilk, Butter, Curd
OILS	OILS
Cow ghee, Sunflower oil, Canola oil, Olive oil, Mustard oil, Rice bran oil, Coconut oil	Palm oil
SPICES	SPICES
Cumin, Coriander, Turmeric, Ginger, Pepper, Fennel, Cinnamon	Pimiento, Nutmeg
Drinks	Drinks
Coconut water, Homemade soups, Green juice, Herbal tea	Whole milk drinks, Cream based liqueurs, canned soup and packaged soup, Alcohol, Sweetened drinks, Squashes, Carbonated drinks
DRY FRUITS & SEEDS	DRY FRUITS & SEEDS
Almond, Raisins, Walnut, Peanuts, Cashew, Pumpkin Seeds, Chia Seeds, Flax Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Sesame Seeds.	Nil
FLESH FOODS	FLESH FOODS
Egg white, Chicken (Once in a week)	Processed and fried meat, Red meat (Beef, Lamb, Pork), Fishes (Tilefish, Shark, Swordfish, King Mackerel, Marlin, Bluefin Tuna).
OTHERS	OTHERS
Honey	Bakery and Processed Foods, Fried Food, Junk Food, Pickles, Artificial Sweeteners, Packed Soups, Refined Sugar, Apple cider vinegar

HOME REMEDIES

Carrot – Try to add carrot in a daily diet. Consume 1 glass of carrot juice daily.
Almonds – Soak 5-6 almonds overnight and eat it in the morning.
Honey – Put a drop of honey in eyes like eye drops.
Aloe Vera – Apply fresh aloe Vera gel over eyelids and wash it after 15-20 minutes.
Wheat grass juice – Consume wheat grass juice daily.
Amla – Consume 1 amla on a daily basis is beneficial.