Doctor Mindell's Herb of the Month!

BILBERRY (Vaccinium myrtillus)

Bilberry is a well-known folk remedy for poor vision, especially for people who suffer from "night blindness", that is, they have difficulty seeing in the dark. In fact bilberry jam was given to Royal Air Force pilots who flew nighttime missions during World War II. Bilberry works by accelerating the regeneration or retinol purple---commonly known as visual purple---a substance that is required for good eyesight. European medical journals are filled with studies confirming bilberry's positive effect on vision. Unfortunately, this herb has not received the attention it deserves in the American medical community.

POSSIBLE BENEFITS

Helps preserve eyesight and prevent eye damage.

Particularly useful for people who suffer from eye-strain of poor night vision.

Good for people who must drive at night.

Helpful for nearsightedness (Myopia).

HOW TO TAKE IT:

ORALLY, ONE capsule up to three times daily

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSAGE.

Archived Herb of the Month Articles

SHITAKE MUSHROOOM
PAPAYA (CARICA PAPAYA)
HORSETAIL (Equisetum arvense)
CRANBERRY (VACCINIUM MACROCARPON)
SAW PALMETTO (Serenoa serrulata)
HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLACK, GREEN, WHITE AND RED TEA
GREEN TEA
EUCALYPTUS
ECHINACEA FOR COLDS
FEVERFEW (Chrysanthemun parthenium)