HEALTH: IRIDOLOGY-A WINDOW INTO HEALTH

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IRIDOLOGY-A WINDOW INTO HEALTH

By: Frankie Avalon Wolfe, MHH, PhD

 

Did you ever ponder why " a twinkle in your eye " and " a spring in your

step " go together? Iridologists and natural health believers might say

it's because

these are clear signs of vibrant health!

 

Since there are always two sides to every story, and a sparkle denotes

health, can a lack of sparkle mean ill health? Some believe this is so

and claim to be able to see: tendencies to heart problems, blood sugar

imbalances, spinal misalignment, poor digestion, mineral deficiencies,

constipation, high cholesterol and many other factors all by looking

into your eyes!

 

The practice of looking into someone's eyes, studying the lines,

markings, and colors of the iris to detect states of health, is known as

IRIDOLOGY " eye-rid-doll-oh-gee " . The iris is the colored part of the

eye. Most iridologists only read the iris, although many iridologists

take into account other parts of the eye; such as the white part of the

eye called the sclera. Other areas surrounding the eyeball, such as the

presence of bags under the eye or the condition of the eyelids reveals

further information about a person's condition.

 

Iridology is a science mostly practiced in Europe by medical doctors,

although it has gained much popularity with holistically oriented

practitioners in the United States.

 

Many iridologists use this practice along with their particular modality

of natural healing--most commonly herbs or other nutritional

supplements. Chiropractors, nurses, massage therapists, reflexologists,

colonic therapists, physical therapists or nutritionists may also

utilize iridology.

 

The eye reading does not diagnose, however, it does reveal genetically

weak areas. The benefits gained by locating a person's weaknesses are

many. Iridologist's know that any toxins taken into the body if not

immediately eliminated will affect and sometimes settle into the weakest

tissues in the body. This process, iridologists believe, can lead to

degeneration, possible disease, and at the least, irritation.

 

Toxins are such things as air pollution, stress, polluted drinking

water, household chemicals, preservatives, food additives, food

colorings, pesticides and the general waste products the body makes on

its own.

 

To briefly illustrate, lets say a person shows a weakened urinary system

(urinary system includes the bladder, kidneys, urethra and ureter

tubes). If this person becomes constipated, the toxins from the sluggish

colon are backed up into the blood and are carried throughout the entire

body in the bloodstream. When the toxins reach the urinary system that

happens to be too weak to expel the poisons, the toxin may settle there

and create irritation and a kidney or bladder infection may be the

result. Knowing your weak areas, your iridologist can guide you to

lifestyle changes, or supplemental additions to your diet that will help

you strengthen these tissues and prevent future problems.

 

WHOM DOES AN IRIDOLOGY READING SERVE?

 

· Those suffering from mysterious symptoms which laboratory tests do not explain

· Basically healthy individuals who want to implement a personalized

preventative lifestyle

· Sick persons whose medical treatments have failed, but are still

determined to get well

· Parents of young children unable to determine their child's problem

· Adult children of adoptive parents curious to know their own genetic traits

· Expecting parent's who want to enhance a healthy pregnancy

· Those curious about the SOURCE of their illness

· Those interested in a natural approach to heal, balance or enhance

their health

 

WHAT DO YOU SEE IN YOUR EYES?

 

Do you have a white, thick " ring " around the outside of your iris? You

should have your cholesterol checked by your local health care

practitioner. This white ring is nicknamed by iridologists a cholesterol

ring. It can also mean you have a calcium imbalance that may lead to

hardening of the arteries. See your doctor or health practitioner to

find out what you can do to correct this condition.

 

Does your pupil (black circle in the middle of the eye) have a flattened

edge on one side? You may already know that you suffer or have suffered

from scoliosis, a very weak or sore back, muscle imbalance, other back

problems or migraines. See your chiropractor for a consultation. Other

symptoms of a flattened or irregular pupil can indicate stroke, central

nervous disturbances, and sometimes liver insufficiencies.

 

Do you have an opaque " gray area " on the upper edge of your iris? You

are probably very mentally active, but you also need to get more blood

supply to the brain area. Exercises and certain supplements can help.

Ignoring this condition may lead to future memory loss or even Alzheimer's.

 

 

No two irises are the same, and neither are two people identical,

therefore, each of us will respond differently and require different

methods to achieve health.

 

A good iridologist, therefore, will be able to customize a program based

on the information that is received via the eye reading, discussion

about lifestyle, diet and the clients personal goals. He/she should be

able to locate your inherent weaknesses, and provide you with

information or therapies that will enable you to reach or sustain the

healthiest possible existence for you.

 

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Copyright, Frankie Avalon Wolfe

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