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Droopy or sagging eyelids can be a debilitating condition depending upon the severity. Officially known as ptosis, the droop can affect one eye or the other, or can affect both at the same time. It can also be barely noticeable or extremely severe. The primary cause of this condition is damage to the Lipitor muscle which is the muscle that is responsible for the movement of your eyelids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are six different types of ptosis which include aponeurotic ptosis, neurogenic ptosis, myogenic ptosis, mechanical ptosis, dramatic ptosis, and congenital ptosis. The first is the most common and it is associated with aging while congenital ptosis is found mostly in children because they are born with droopy eyelids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your doctor identifies the cause of the ptosis, then he or she can make a determination under which category it fits into. Let\u2019s take a look at some home remedies to get rid of this condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Tea Bags<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A tea bag can be a pretty amazing solution to eye droopiness. One of the best teas to use for this is chamomile tea<\/a> bags. The way to do it is through compress. You simply soak tea bags in hot water and allow the water to cool to room temperature. Then lay down somewhere comfortable in place the bags on your eyes. They are going to drip, so you may want to have a towel handy located behind your head so that you can wipe off your face easily and catch any drops that fall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the reasons why this is such an effective treatment is that it relieves the pain and discomfort that comes with ptosis as well as having a direct effect upon the inflammation itself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research studies have shown that chamomile tea bags reduce inflammation as well as anxiety and contain particular phytochemicals that are especially good for eye problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. B12 Vitamin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The B12 vitamin is another natural remedy that you may want to think about adding to your daily routine. That\u2019s because the B12 vitamin is specifically for neuromuscular function. Many people do not get enough B12 in their diet. This holds especially true for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone else that does not get enough meat in their diet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adults should be getting around 2.4 \u00b5g of vitamin B12<\/a> in their diet which comes through the consumption of meats like beef or fish. However, if you do not eat beef or fish, then you can definitely pick up a vitamin B12 supplement at any department store or drugstore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your vitamin B12 is low and you enjoy consuming meat, then consider wild-caught, cold-water fish such as mackerel, tuna, and salmon as well as pasture-fed beef and free-range chicken. These all provide significant amounts of the B12 vitamin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Eyelid Exercises<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can also do exercises to strengthen your eyelids. This is especially helpful when the ptosis <\/a>is caused by aging or when it is caused by damage to the muscle that raises and lowers your eyelids and where you have to strengthen it to get it back to working properly. While exercises do not always work, they have been shown to be effective most of the time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a few different exercises that you can do, but one of the most common is to simply squeeze both eyes shut and then place finger right at the base of your eyelids and try to open your eyes. You want to raise your eyebrows is highs you can 10 or 15 times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also do an exercise in front of a mirror; place your index fingers right below your eyebrows and then raise them up to where they\u2019re touching the brow bone. Close your eyes and then blink 5 to 7 times. You should repeat this 10-15 times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Eye-Friendly Diet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Eating foods that are friendly to your eye health is also something that you can do to improve ptosis. That\u2019s because there are certain carotenoids that are associated with good eye health such as beta-carotene<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is even more useful is that foods that have beta-carotene and the like natural anti-inflammatories which can help to reduce the inflammation from your ptosis as well as protect you in other ways like preventing skin damage, boosting your immune system and even helping you to avoid certain types of cancer. You should try to include a serving of foods containing beta-carotene every meal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These types of foods are easy to identify. They are things like red peppers, papaya, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, apples, and pretty much any brightly colored fruit or vegetable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Avoid Strain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You should also try to avoid eyestrain <\/a>whenever you can. The computer age has contributed significantly to ptosis because of how often we look at our computer screens and how small our computers have gotten. Many people use laptops would get smaller and smaller, and others do all of their work on their cell phones or mobile device which continue to be a testament to just how small technology can get. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can put a strain on your eyes by reading in lowlight conditions, focusing on one condition with abnormal light such as the light from your computer screen which is something that people do for hours on end when they game. But you have to take steps to avoid eyestrain if you want to help treat your ptosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every 10 minutes or so, you should look away from your screen and look around. The only have to do this for 20 to 30 seconds, but it will be a huge help in avoiding eyestrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Lutein<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lutein <\/a>is a really miraculous substance that has recently been shown to have a major positive impact on the body. Six mg is the recommended dosage for taking this natural remedy for ptosis. You want to combine this with exercise and a healthy diet, especially one that is rich in antioxidants and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies have shown that this will actually lower your risk of getting eye conditions such as macular degeneration and cataracts. This came from research conducted by the Harvard Medical School. This supplement is a powerful carotenoid that you can find in leafy green substances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best places to find it is in the vegetable with the highest concentration: kale. However, you can also find it in turnip greens, collard greens, and spinach. You can even get kale chips to eat as a snack that contains lutein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Olive Oil<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Olive oil<\/a> is really healthy food all around. Besides that, it is one of the best tools that anyone who is an enthusiast in the kitchen can have. Olive oil can be a substitute for butter so that you can saut\u00e9 or fry things in the pan, you can add a little when you are browning hamburger or cooking other types of meat, you can add to salads in all kinds of other foods. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It contains lots of antioxidants that have been shown to treat the problem of drooping eyelids; the best way to use it is to heat it up a little so that it is lukewarm and then simply massage and onto your eyelids. This will help to tighten up the skin and muscles and moisturize your eyelids and keep them from drying out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Acupuncture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, acupuncture <\/a>is an available option as well. This may be the last option for some people because they do not like needles. However, acupuncture is not necessarily the same thing as being stuck by a needle. Depending upon the severity of the phobia, acupuncture may still be a viable option. That\u2019s because the pressure from the needles is only a tiny percentage of what you feel when someone gives you a shot at the doctor\u2019s office. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But acupuncture can have real results when it comes to ptosis. This is especially true if the ptosis is neuromuscular. This often comes after a stroke. You want to make sure that you find an acupuncturist that has experience in treating neuromuscular conditions though, rather than someone approaching it from a spiritual perspective. You want them to be able to stimulate those muscles through the application of the acupuncture needles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9. Cucumbers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A droopy eyelid might be a sign of dehydrated skin around the eye. Another possible answer could be a lack of nutrients in the skin around the eye. Fortunately, nature has a solution that answers both of these problems. Slicing a fresh English cucumber <\/a>might sound like a wonderful addition to a garden salad. However, they also have the potential of helping you with your droopy eyelid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cucumbers are vegetables consisting mainly of water. Similar to watermelon, the vast majority of the flesh and found in your cucumber is water. Therefore, sliced cucumbers over your eyelids make for a wonderful hydrating eyelid therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cucumbers are also rich in potassium, and vitamin C. Potassium is essential for regulating the nervous system that controls the response of your eyelids blinking. Vitamin C is fantastic for increasing cell communication and eliminating free radicals in the bloodstream that can cause the signs of aging, such as wrinkles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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10. Eye Ice Gel Packs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some people may find that they only experience the symptoms of a droopy eyelid when they feel tired. After a long day staring at a computer screen, your eyes <\/a>might start feeling heavy. To rejuvenate the skin around the eye, you can use a cool gel pack to perk up the skin and stop the drooping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cool gel ice packs are available online from your favorite health retailer. They’re an inexpensive option for taking care of the symptoms of this condition. However, some people with severe symptoms of the drooping eyelid may not see any benefit from applying a cool gel mask. If that is the case, these individuals should seek assistance from their doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your doctor will examine your eyelid, and make suggestions for treatment. Unfortunately, there is no immediate cure known for a droopy eyelid. Therefore, your only option for restoring your eyelid to normal health will be with cosmetic surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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11. CoQ10 and Collagen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These two nutrients are fantastic for improving the health of your skin. Collagen <\/a>comprises the sinew and other connective tissues found in bones. A popular means of consuming collagen is through bone broth. To make a batch of bone broth, you simmer down bones in water over a stove on low heat. After 36 to 48 hours, all of the bones leech collagen, forming a nutritious broth that’s excellent for the health of your skin and skeletal system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CoQ10 is an enzyme it helps improve circulation while eliminating free radicals from the bloodstream. CoQ10 is relatively expensive, and not everybody will be able to afford to supplement with this compound. However, it’s incredibly ineffective at restoring and rejuvenating the skin. It’s for this reason that many of the leading cosmetics manufacturers include this compound in the moisturizing formulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add these two supplements to your daily routine, and you’ll notice the condition of the skin around your eyes thought to improve. After a few weeks, you might find that your droopy eyelid starts to recover.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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12. Resveratrol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can find high quantities of resveratrol <\/a>available in grapes. This antioxidant polyphenol has a reputation as the “fountain of youth.” Numerous studies show that resveratrol is effective at slowing down the cellular aging process. Resveratrol improves protein synthesis reducing the aging effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A slowdown in protein synthesis is the number one cause of aging. As we get older, we use to release our ability to synthesize protein and amino acids. As a result, our skin starts to sag, and we begin to experience the onset of wrinkles and lines. This process is entirely natural and impossible to reverse. However, it’s possible to slow the loss of protein synthesis over the years using supplements and foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might think that will alcohol is terrible for you and that it increases the aging effect. However, red wine contains high levels of resveratrol, making it suitable for daily consumption to improve protein synthesis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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13. Egg White Mask<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another way to stop the effects of a droopy eyelid is to use a facial mask. Facial masks provide the skin with valuable nutrients that help improve the elasticity and health of the epidermis<\/a>. There are thousands of different formulations of face masks available from numerous cosmetics manufacturers. However, most of these facial masks cost a fortune, and it’s expensive to keep hydrating your skin using these products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why not try a natural food-based facial mask that provides the same, if not better, results than a cosmetics brand product? You can make a high-quality face mask at home using a few simple ingredients. Many people underestimate the nutrition contained inside an egg. Not only is the egg a fantastic source of food, with plenty of protein and healthy fats, but it’s also an excellent addition to your beauty routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Collect the egg white from your egg and then whip it until it becomes light and foamy. Apply this whipped egg mask to your face and cover your eyes. Leave the egg white must to soak on your face for 40-minutes to an hour and then wash it away with cold water. The enzymes in the egg white will help to nourish the skin around your eyelid preventing the drooping effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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14. Stay Hydrated<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Water is essential to life. Drinking eight 8-oz glasses of water every day is critical to maintaining optimal metabolic health. When we start to drink less water than is recommended, we notice changes in our physiology, and we experience dysfunctions in all systems within the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dehydration<\/a> can cause numerous complications with the mineral balance within the body. We rely on the delicate balance of sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium to maintain balanced electrolyte levels. When we experience a shift in these electrolyte and mineral levels, it may lead to adverse events occurring in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some severe cases, mineral deficiencies or electrolyte deficiencies can lead to the development of seizures, which land the patient in a coma. A lack of sufficient minerals in the body may also cause droopy eyelids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, it’s essential to remain hydrated throughout the day to ensure you have a proper mineral balance. Hydrated skin will also look better, and there will be less chance of you developing the symptoms of a droopy eyelid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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