Age
Proteins in the lens clump together and cloud it.
Overview
What is cataract?
A cataract is clouding of the eye's clear lens, which lowers vision. Most cataracts come with age. It usually affects both eyes, one earlier than the other.
Left untreated, it can lead to serious vision loss. Regular check-ups with an eye doctor are important, and surgery may be needed when they advise it.
The Ayurvedic view
Ayurveda calls it timira and links it to aggravated Vata, which dries the tissues. In early stages, care aims to calm Vata and nourish the eye's nerves and tissues, alongside your eye doctor's treatment.
Causes
What commonly triggers it
Eye injury or surgery
An injury or an earlier eye operation.
Radiation
Exposure to UV, infrared or other radiation.
Lens changes
Protein changes in the lens (secondary cataract).
Symptoms
Signs to notice
- Blurry, foggy or cloudy vision
- New short-sightedness in older age
- Colours look faded or different
- Double vision
- Frequent changes in glasses number
- Glare by day or at night
Do not wait, get urgent medical help if you have
- Sudden loss or sharp drop in vision
- Eye pain and redness with headache, nausea or vomiting
- Flashes, many new floaters or a curtain over vision
- Any injury to the eye
Ayurvedic approach
How Dr. Varun approaches care
- 1
Consultation
Dr. Varun listens to your symptoms, history, food habits and routine, and looks at any reports or medicines you already take.
- 2
Assessment
Nadi pariksha (pulse) and Prakriti (body type) assessment help him understand your individual balance.
- 3
Your plan
Where suitable, a personal plan may combine diet and routine changes, classical Ayurvedic medicines and, for some people, Panchakarma.
- 4
Follow-up
Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted, at the clinic or on WhatsApp.
Diet & lifestyle
Small changes that help
Best avoided
- Too much bitter, sour, pungent or salty food
- Too much heat and direct sun
- Worry, anger and anxiety
Helpful habits
- Cow's ghee, butter, milk, rice, wheat and moong dal
- Banana, spinach and methi
- Pomegranate, grapes, oranges and apples
Home remedies
From the family kitchen
Fennel seeds
Eat about 6 grams (around 1 teaspoon) of fennel seeds (saunf) daily.
Eye wash
Wash your eyes gently with clean water three times a day.
These support eye health only; keep your eye doctor's check-ups and follow their advice on surgery.
Your care plan
Personalised kit after a free consultation
For cataract, Dr. Varun first talks with you, by video, audio or at the clinic. If Ayurvedic care suits you, he puts together a kit for you personally.
- Free video/audio consultation
- Free 1-month LivTOX liver support capsules
FAQ
Common questions
Can Ayurveda replace cataract surgery?
No. Ayurvedic care may support eye health in early stages. If your eye doctor advises surgery, follow their advice.
Can I consult from another city?
Yes. Dr. Varun offers video and audio consultations on WhatsApp.
Not sure where to start?
Talk to Dr. Varun first. A video or audio consultation on WhatsApp works from anywhere, or visit the clinic in Phagwara or Jalandhar.
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