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Cleaning of Eyes (Akshi Sinchana)

 The cleansing of eyes with water is known as Akshi Sinchana. This practice helps in removing collected dust, dirt, and environmental pollutants from the eyes and supports better vision and ocular comfort.

Experienced Ayurvedic physicians recommend the use of Triphala decoction or infusion for eye wash due to its beneficial effects on ocular health.

Triphala – Constituents

  • Haritaki (Chebulic myrobalan)

  • Bibhitaki (Belleric myrobalan)

  • Amalaki (Indian gooseberry)

Method of Preparation of Triphala Decoction / Infusion

  1. Take 2–3 pinches of Triphala powder.

  2. Add it to one glass (150–200 ml) of clean water in a glass vessel at night.

  3. Cover the glass with a lid and keep it overnight.

  4. In the morning, after cleaning the teeth, filter the water.

  5. Wash the eyes using this filtered Triphala water by:

    • Gently splashing the water onto the eyes, or

    • Using eye cups available in the market.

Benefits of Akshi Sinchana

  • Cleanses the eyes and removes impurities

  • Reduces eye strain and irritation

  • Helps in maintaining clear vision

  • Prevents common ocular disorders

Research Evidence

  • Research studies suggest that Triphala acts as an effective drug in maintaining ocular health and helps in the management of various ocular disorders.

  • Regular use of Triphala as part of the daily regimen may help in promoting disease-free ocular health.

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