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| YELLOW EYES IN SICKLE CELL |
Yellow eyes
(Jaundice) is a common ailment of sickle cell disease. It occurs when there’s a condition that affects the
liver.
Sickle
cells have a shorter lifespan than normal red blood cells. Due to that, they
die faster than the liver can filter them. Bilirubin (a yellow compound) which
is formed during the breakdown of cells builds up in the blood because the
liver cannot excrete it. This causes yellow eyes (jaundice) in the sickle cell
patient.
NATURAL CURE FOR
JAUNDICE:
To treat
jaundice, the underlying cause must be determined. Some natural remedies can be
helpful in managing this condition. Some fruits, vegetables or essential oils
contain antioxidants and antibiodies which breakdown bilirubin and help the
liver function properly. Some of them are;
1. Sugarcane Juice
This contains antioxidants and important
nutrients which are helpful in treating jaundice. Drinking sugarcane juice
helps restore the function of the liver and keeps bilirubin levels in check.
Drink 1-2 glasses of sugarcane juice daily.
2. Rosemary Essential Oil
This has
antioxidants and a hepatoprotective effect on the liver. Mix 30ml of coconut oil with 12 drops of
rosemary essential oil and massage on the abdomen.
3. Citrus Fruit Juice
Citrus
juice like orange juice or lemon juice helps the liver to function properly and
liver bilirubin levels. Drink a glass of juice daily.
4. Garlic
Garlic
contains allicin which is a great antioxidant and this helps detoxify the liver
and speeds up recovery from jaundice. Add 3-4 cloves of minced garlic to your
food daily.
5. Goat Milk
This
contains antibodies which help in the treatment of jaundice. Drink a glass of
goat milk daily.
6. Ginger
Ginger contains
antioxidants and boosts liver functions. It may also help in treating jaundice.
You can drink it as tea or add to your food daily.
7. Oregano
This is a
strong antioxidant. It cures jaundice naturally by breaking down bilirubin molecules.
Drink a glass of oregano tea 3 times daily.
8. Milk thistle
Siylmarin
in milk thistle prevents toxins from attaching to the liver and keeps free
radicals in the body at bay.
9:
Resveratrol
Studies
show that Resveratrol decreases bilirubin in the body and can be an effective
remedy for acute jaundice. Resveratrol can be found in foods like; grapes, red
and white wine, blueberries, cranberries, and even cocoa and dark chocolate.
9. Vitamins A and E.
Deficiency
in these vitamins is linked with the amount of hemolysis that occurs in adults
with sickle cells disease.
TIPS TO MANAGE
YELLOW EYES
🍒Drinking
much water (to help with the excretion of bilirubin). Drink at least 8 cups of
water daily.
🍒Eating
high fibre foods and lots of fruits and vegetables which rich in digestive
enzymes; at least two cups daily of each!
🍒Reduce
intake of processed food (to stop overworking the liver)
🍒Avoiding
strenuous activities
🍒Regular
checkup
🍒Avoid
exposure to harsh weather conditions
🍒Avoiding
alcohol
🍒Maintaining
a healthy weight
🍒Avoid
smoking or using tobacco products
🍒Avoid
sugar
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