Natural Eye Care with Dr. Marc Grossman, Holistic Optometrist
Dr. Marc R Grossman, OD, L.Ac.
Leading Holistic Optometrist Dr. Marc R. Grossman, O.D., L.Ac. hosts the Natural Eye Care Podcast: approaches to vision problems, eye health, and overall health backed by research and his 40+ years of experience with patients. Most eye diseases strike seniors. Find out how lifestyle, diet, and nutrition can help maintain healthy vision and even improve eyesight. An Holistic Eye Doctor is dedicated to helping people with such conditions ranging from myopia and dry eyes to potentially vision-threatening diseases like macular degeneration and glaucoma. Dr. Grossman's podcasts cover a multi-disciplinary approach including nutrition, eye exercises, lifestyle changes, and Chinese Medicine. Dr. Grossman founded the Rye Learning Center in 1980, a multidisciplinary center for learning problems, in 1996 co-founded Integral Health Associates in New Paltz, New York, and in 1999 co-founded Natural Eye Care, Inc. His background includes degrees in Optometry, Biology, Physical Education and Learning Disabilities, coupled with yoga, bioenergetics, nutrition, Chinese medicine and acupuncture, the Alexander technique and Feldenkrais. He is co-author of half a dozen books on vision, including "Natural Eye Care: Your Guide to Health Vision and Healing" in 2019. Dr. Grossman takes an integrated approach to vision and its influence on the body, mind, and spirit. His lectures and private consultations are in high demand.
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Jul 31, 2020 • 6min
The Vision Diet Part 1 of 2 - Good Nutrition for Your Eyes
When your parents told you to eat your carrots, they were right! Carrots contain beta carotene, which converts to Vitamin A, a crucial nutrient for your eye health. The eye is the most nutrient-hungry organ in the body for its size. The food you eat contains nutrients important to the eyes. Fruits and vegetables are especially rich in these compounds. Which foods should be in a healthy "Vision Diet"? How can your daily food intake help prevent eye disease?This episode is Part 1 of 2. Season 1 Episode 14 is Part 2.
Jul 24, 2020 • 8min
The Thyroid, Nutrition, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
How are nutrition, eye disease, and the thyroid connected? What is Traditional Chinese Medicine's point of view on the eye? The eyes are nutrient-hungry. Yet, our nutrition is partially thwarted by toxins and refined foods. As people age, their nutrition becomes weaker. What can seniors do to improve their nutrition and absorption of nutrients?The eyes are windows to changes elsewhere in the body. For example, high blood pressure and diabetes effect the eyes. Did you know that both the iris and the whites of the eyes can indicate problems in the body?Traditional Chinese Medicine sees specific organs as connected to parts of the eye. For instance, the liver is connected to the cornea and the iris. Something that is happening in the eye may also be happening in the body.The thyroid gland regulates the body's basil energy metabolism. Hypothyroidism, or a low-functioning thyroid, means the liver cannot break beta carotene down into Vitamin A. This, in turn, can cause dry eye, poor night vision, and difficult adjusting to changes in light. Which eye diseases are associated with hypothyroidism? If a person has this imbalance, what does Dr. Grossman suggest?
Jul 16, 2020 • 8min
Natural Solutions for Pink Eye and Conjunctivitis
Pink eye, red eye, or conjunctivitis is the most common eye disease in the Western hemisphere. How is pink eye diagnosed? What can you do to prevent and soothe this common eye infection?The conjunctiva is the tissue covering the whites of the eye and inside the eyelid. Conjunctivitis comes on quickly. The eye becomes red, swollen, teary, and itchy. It might feel like a grain of sand is in the eye. Bacteria is usually the cause, but it could be allergies or certain viruses.* Pink eye is highly contagious. It spreads through objects and contact. The doctor may prescribe sulfa-based eye drops. If the infection does not clear in 3 days, broad spectrum antibiotics could be used.Dr. Grossman has researched and applied natural remedies to help clear up conjunctivitis. They include nutrition, acupressure, herbs, homeopathic remedies, and herbs. He has prepared his EyeEase herbal tincture, which includes many of these natural substances to fight this eye infection. Listen to find out how to use this tincture and where to find it.*The podcast does not mention COVID-19; however, the coronovirus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, appears to be able to infect the eye. Learn more at https://www.naturaleyecare.com/blog/face-shield-protect-eyes-from-coronavirus-covid19/
Jul 10, 2020 • 9min
Eye Styes and Chalazion: How to Prevent Sties Plus Home Remedies
Eye styes are infections or inflammations along the edge of the eyelid. Chalazions are similar: a cyst-like bump on the eyelid from a blocked oil gland. Both can respond to the same set of prevention protocols and home remedies. Of course, you should consult your eye doctor.Eye styes are painful red lumps that come to a "head" filled with pus. They may resemble a pimple, but they should never be squeezed like a pimple. The eyelid's skin is too thin. The eye doctor may prescribe ointments, antibiotics, or excision.In this podcast, Dr. Grossman describes his eye stye prevention program. Highlights include:adjusting the diet and adding a certain type of fatenhanced eye hygienewarm herbal compresses using EyeEase, an herbal tincture available on the NaturalEyeCare.com websiteexplanation of the herbs in EyeEase, including Burdock, Chamomile, Chrysanthemum Flower, Eyebright, Echinacea Angustifolia, Forsythia, Golden Seal, Honeysuckle, Marigold and Red Raspberry Leaf.homeopahtic remedies for eye sties
Jul 3, 2020 • 7min
Reduce Eye Bags and Dark Circles Under the Eyes
Why do we get dark circles under the eyes? What can we do to reduce eye bags? Holistic Optometrist Dr. Marc Grossman gives several reasons for these unsightly dark circles. Sleep habits, stress, nutrition, smoking, allergies, and even cosmetics can be causes. Dr. Grossman offers a selection of natural home remedies you can try, including cold compresses that increase circulation and reduce puffiness.
Jun 25, 2020 • 6min
Protect Your Eyes from Sun Damage: 10 Tips From A Holistic Optometrist
Radiation from the sun causes cataracts and macular degeneration. What kind of sunglasses should you use? Is there a difference? Sunglasses aren't the only way to protect your eyes. Certain foods and supplements can also help protect you. Learn 10 tips for keeping your eyes safe from the cumulative effects of excessive sunlight.
Jun 18, 2020 • 8min
Glaucoma: Preserving Vision with Natural Approaches
Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, causing tunnel vision. This "silent thief" slowly steals vision and may go unnoticed without regular eye exams. Conventional glaucoma treatments are limited. Medication isn’t the only answer. How can nutrition help address glaucoma? Which types of exercise are helpful, and which can cause an increase in eye pressure? Find out how Dr. Grossman helps glaucoma patients preserve their vision.
Jun 11, 2020 • 6min
Natural Approaches to Help Prevent Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration can severely damage vision. Are there any lifestyle changes you could make to help prevent it? What does the research show? Learn about natural approaches such as diet and targeted nutrition.
Jun 5, 2020 • 4min
Help Protect Your Children's Eyes and Vision
How can you help protect your child's eyes? Children are staring at screens more than ever. What negative side-effects can excessive screen time have? How can you guide your child in reducing screen time? Special blue light filtering lenses reduce blue light exposure. This episode contains several vision recommendations and exercises you can teach your children.Children are more vulnerable because their eyes are still developing. Which foods help the eyes grow properly? What about eye protection during sports?
May 30, 2020 • 9min
Sunlight is Good For Your Eyes: 10 Natural Eye Care Tips
Did you know that sunlight can be good for your eyes? How much sunlight is safe? Dr. Marc Grossman covers 10 natural ways to show your eyes some love. Which posture habits help your eyes? The Mediterranean Diet is especially important to vision health. Exercising the whole body helps the eyes. Also, specific eye exercises help prevent damage from excess screen time. Find 10 tips in this episode of Natural Eye Care.
