What can the iris tell? It turns out that there is a whole science that allows diagnosing diseases of other organs using it. Dots, spots, circles - everything has a certain meaning. The Latin name for the iris is iris, respectively, the science of it is called iridology. But first things first.
The structure of the iris
As you know, the eye has a rather complex structure. The iris is the front part of its choroid. It is a barrier to excess light, like a diaphragm in a camera. The iris, together with the lens, separates the anterior and posterior chambers of the eyeball. To make it clearer, let's explain: the anterior chamber is located between the cornea and the iris, and the posterior chamber is behind the lens. The clear liquid that fills these cavities allows light to pass through unhindered.
The iris of the eye consists of two layers. The basis of the upper leaf is the stroma, consisting of blood vessels and covered with epithelium. The surface of the iris has a lacy relief pattern, individual for each person.
The bottom layer consists of pigment and muscle fibers. Along the edge of the pupilthe pigment layer comes to the surface and forms a dark-colored border. There are two muscles in the iris, they have a different orientation. Sphincter - a circular muscle along the edge of the pupil - provides its narrowing. Dilator - radially arranged smooth muscle fibers. It connects the sphincter and the root of the iris and is responsible for pupil dilation.
Functions of the iris
- Dense pigment layer protects eyes from excess light.
- Reflex contractions of the iris regulate the illumination in the eye cavity.
- As a structural element of the iridolenticular diaphragm, the iris holds the vitreous in place.
- Shrinking, the iris is involved in the circulation of intraocular fluid. And also it plays a significant role in accommodation, that is, focusing on a specific subject.
- Since there are many vessels in the iris, it performs trophic and thermoregulatory functions.
What determines eye color?
Each person has a unique pattern on the iris. The color scheme is also different and depends on the melanin pigment, more precisely, on its amount in the cells of the iris. The more it is, the richer the colors. It has long been noted that the color of the iris is associated with the climatic zone where a person lives. In the process of evolution, it seems that more pigment was produced in those who were exposed to intense solar exposure. Therefore, representatives of northern peoples often have light eyes, and southerners - dark. But there are exceptions: the brown eyes of the Chukchi, the Eskimos. However, this only confirms the rule, because the snowy plains blind no less than the desert.or a tropical beach.
Eye color is a trait fixed in the genes, but it changes throughout life. Newborn babies have gray-blue eyes, only after three months you can understand what color they will have. In old age, the amount of pigment decreases and the iris of the eye brightens. Diseases can affect eye color. If you protect your iris from the bright sun with dark glasses from childhood, you can slow down its fading. With age, the pupils decrease, their diameter is reduced by more than a third by the age of 70.
Why do albinos have red eyes?
The lack of pigment makes the iris transparent. It appears red because of the many translucent blood vessels. This unusual effect is costly for albinos. Their eyes are too sensitive and require protection from the sun's rays. Ordinary people have discolored spots on the iris.
Diagnosis of eye diseases
Even in ancient Egypt, priests associated various marks on the iris with certain he alth or mental problems. Numerous observations of doctors made it possible to compile maps on which the projection zones of organs are indicated.
Iridologists consider the eye as a part of the brain brought to the surface of the body. The iris has many nerve connections with internal organs. Any changes in them are reflected in the pattern and shade of the iris.
What does eye color say? Iridologists believe that only brown and blue are he althy. The rest of the shades indicatepredisposition to disease. The color of the iris is rarely uniform. For example, if all of it is dotted with specks devoid of pigment, the body has a high level of acidity. It's very easy to normalize it. You just need to limit the consumption of milk, pastries and sweets. Changes in he alth will certainly be reflected in the picture, that is, the iris of the eye will also change. Diseases of the digestive system, the accumulation of toxins are projected by dark specks. This may indicate a tendency to constipation, gastroenteritis, and gallbladder disease.
Spots and other patterns on the iris
Speckles can be of different sizes and shapes. Here are some signs by which a person himself can navigate by studying the pattern of his iris.
Circular strokes or half rings - this means that their owner is prone to stress. Such a person holds resentment and other negative emotions in himself. Prolonged stress leads to diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Clear rays from the pupil to the edges indicate that the lower intestines are not working well.
A white stripe along the edge of the iris indicates an increase in cholesterol levels or even atherosclerosis. If such an arc frames the iris from above - a problem with the blood supply to the brain, from below - with the vessels of the legs.
Spots on the iris indicate diseases of a particular organ. Looking at the projection scheme, you can determine where to look for violations, what examinations should be carried out. If you find yourself with a large stain, do not be afraid. Size does not always indicate the severity of the problem. Maybe,the disease is still in its early stages and can be easily cured.
What does the relief of the iris say?
This sign denotes the heredity and immunity of a person. A dense, smooth iris shows that its owner initially has high stamina and good he alth. Any disease is easier to tolerate and the body recovers quickly. This is a sign of centenarians.
Loose iris (photo) shows that a person is prone to depression and nervous breakdowns under heavy loads. In response to stress, heart pain, spasms of internal organs, and irritability occur. But if you take care of your he alth and do not expose yourself to unnecessary stress, there will be no special problems.
A very loose, with a lot of depressions, iris speaks of weak immunity. Diseases cling to the body at the slightest stress.
Iris Map
In iridology, it is customary to depict the iris as a clock face. So it is more convenient to designate zones of various organs. For example, the right iris in the 11-12 o'clock sector reflects the work of the brain. The he alth of the nasopharynx and trachea is indicated by the zone from 13 to 15 hours, and the right ear characterizes the sector 22-22.30. The left iris is a mirror image, which means that the other ear must be looked for on it. Any point on the iris indicates which organ is worth paying attention to.
The iris is divided into three rings. The inner - around the pupil - shows the work of the stomach and intestines. Reflected in the middle ringhe alth of the pancreas, gallbladder, heart, adrenal glands, autonomic nervous system, muscles, bones and ligaments. In the outer zone there are projections of the liver, kidneys, lungs, anus, urethra, genitals and skin.
Modern iridology
For some time now, ancient methods of research and treatment have returned to us. Of course, modern doctors are endowed with a large amount of knowledge and convenient devices. Conventional ophthalmic examination lamps and an iridoscope are used to diagnose diseases by the iris.
Doctors distinguish between signs responsible for hereditary predispositions and marks acquired during life. An experienced diagnostician can determine when a little prevention is enough and when serious treatment is needed.
The iris is able to tell about he alth, about past and future illnesses. It is believed that it contains information for four generations to come. But despite the public maps, reading them presents a certain difficulty. Therefore, you should not “rely on your own eye” in such a matter as iridology. If you want to know something about yourself from the iris, contact a specialist.
