Evidence supporting the use of: Dwarf Bilberry
For the health condition: Eyes (red or itching)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Dwarf Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), also known as bilberry or European blueberry, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine. Folk medicine frequently recommended bilberry and its relatives for various eye-related ailments, including red or itching eyes, eye strain, and night vision issues. This traditional use is primarily rooted in anecdotal evidence and historical herbal texts, which reported that bilberry fruits and extracts could reduce eye irritation and support eye health, possibly due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The anthocyanins found in bilberry are thought to help stabilize capillaries and reduce vascular permeability, which might, in theory, help with redness or irritation. However, while there is some scientific research suggesting that anthocyanin-rich extracts can benefit vascular health and possibly protect against retinal damage, robust clinical trials specifically examining the effect of dwarf bilberry on red or itching eyes are lacking. The association with eye health persists primarily due to tradition, with modern scientific validation being limited and indirect. Therefore, the evidence supporting the use of dwarf bilberry for treating red or itching eyes is mainly traditional, with a modest level of support (2 out of 5) based on historical use rather than strong scientific proof.
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Other health conditions supported by Dwarf Bilberry
Bleeding (internal)Capillary Weakness
Circulation (poor)
Diabetes
Eyes (red or itching)
Eyes (spots before)
Eyesight (poor)
Free Radical Damage
Gastritis
Hemorrhoids
Inflammation
Kidney Stones