What is nearsightedness? Also called myopia, it involves
a change in the outward or convex curvature of the lens of the eye.
Normal eye muscles change the lens curvature constantly
focus on objects at different distances. To focus on a
enable light from nearby objects to focus on the retina.
ject, eye muscles elongate the eyeball to increase this curvature to
Problem: In nearsightedness, this increased convexity be-
comes permanent, the result of an increase in the fluid pressure in
Natural Solution: Dr. Lane believes that if this fluid pres-
sure could be regulated through elimination of sugar and easing of
visual and muscular strain, the nearsightedness might be controlled,
the eye. halted and, possibly corrected.
Basic Guidelines: Give up sugar in all forms. Boost your
intake of calcium and chromium foods such as dairy products,
salmon, deep green leafy vegetables, whole grains and brewer’s
yeast.
Important Enzyme Program. Be sure to include a raw fruit
or raw vegetable when you eat any prepared or cooked foods. The
enzymes will then be able to use the vitamins and the important
calcium and chromium for nourishment of your sight-making
components.