This tonic addresses the “cloudiness” that can affect both our sight and our thoughts as we age.
The Carrot (The Lens Protector): Carrots are the most famous “eye food” because they are rich in beta-carotene, which the body transforms into Vitamin A. This is essential for the health of the retina and for maintaining clear vision in low light.
The Turmeric (The Inflammation Cooler): As we know from our Nerve Tonic, turmeric cools the “internal fire.” For the eyes, this means reducing the oxidative stress that contributes to cloudiness (cataracts). For the brain, it helps clear the “fog” and protects the pathways of memory.
The Apple (The Vessel Shiner): Apples are rich in quercetin and flavonoids. These help “polish” the blood vessels, ensuring that the nutrients from the carrot and turmeric can actually reach the tiny vessels in the back of the eye and the deep centers of the brain.
How to Prepare the Golden Vision Tonic
To get the most benefit, this should be a “living” drink, prepared fresh to preserve the enzymes.
The Ingredients
2 Large Carrots (Organic and unpeeled, just well-washed)
1 Green Apple (The tartness helps stimulate the “digestive fire”)
1/2 inch Fresh Turmeric Root (or 1/2 teaspoon powder)
A tiny pinch of Black Pepper (To activate the turmeric)
1/2 teaspoon of Olive Oil (Crucial: Vitamin A and Turmeric are fat-soluble and require this “vehicle” for absorption).
The Ritual
Extract: Juice the carrots, apple, and turmeric. If you do not have a juicer, blend them with a little water and strain through a clean cloth.
Activate: Stir in the pinch of black pepper and the half-teaspoon of Olive Oil.
Sip: Drink this slowly in the morning, shortly after your 3 Activated Almonds. The fats from the almonds and the oil will ensure the vision-protecting pigments are fully absorbed.
Supporting Your Sight and Mind Daily
This tonic is one part of a wider rhythm of “clarity” that we have been building:
Morning: The Golden Vision Tonic to feed the eyes and brain.
Mid-Day: 15 Minutes of Grounding. Traditional wisdom suggests that “earthing” helps reduce the electrical tension in the head, which can ease eye strain and headaches.
Afternoon: The Plantain Infusion to hydrate the eyes from the inside out if they feel dry or itchy.
Evening: A Spoon of Olive Oil to support the liver, which—in many traditional cultures—is seen as the “mother” of the eyes.
A Respectful Perspective on Vision
While no drink can replace a lost lens, traditional living focuses on preservation and nourishment. By keeping the blood clean and the inflammation low, you allow your eyes and your memory to function at their highest possible level for as long as possible.
