Your Eyes are the Window
to your Health
by Susan J. Squittieri
I
ridology (“eye-rid-doll-oh-gee”)
is the practice of looking into
someone’s eyes and studying the
markings, structures, patterns, lines
and colors of the iris to identify states
of health. Although it may be a new
term to some, it is an ancient art. Hip-
pocrates was known to examine his
patient’s eyes for illness and iridology
was taught at the Medical School of
Salerno. In 1000 BC, the Chaldeans of
changes, such as cleansing and healing,
occurring. Iridology and nutrition work
Babylonia left records of Iride markings
in the organs and tissues of the body.
together – one mutually supports the
on stone slabs.
Iridology’s ability to forewarn of
other. It is a powerful tool when work-
To date, the practice of iridology
imbalance within the body or ap-
ing for preventative health care.
is an accepted and respected practice
proaching dis-ease is one of its ma-
For example, suppose a person’s
in Europe, and is expanding rapidly
jor assets. Iridologists can see tissue
iris reveals a weakened respiratory sys-
in the United States as it is becoming
changes, such as inflammation of the
tem. If this person becomes constipated
known as a valuable tool for preventive
various organs of the body, occurring
or is not moving their bowels more
healthcare.
before symptoms arise. The iris also
than once per day the toxins from the
reveals body constitution, inherent
sluggish colon are backed up into the
The Iris
weakness and general levels of health.
blood and are carried throughout the
The iris is the colored part of the eye
While the iris cannot diagnose dis-ease,
entire body in the bloodstream – this
and is the most complex external
it can reveal potentials for dis-ease,
is known as autointoxification. When
structure of the human anatomy. It is
tissue weakness and toxic accumula-
the toxins reach the respiratory system
connected to every organ and tissue
tions. Toxins are such things as stress,
that is too weak to expel the poisons,
of the body by way of the brain and
environmental pollutions, household
the toxin may settle there and create
nervous system. Every organ and part of
chemicals, food additives/preservatives
inflammation, perhaps resulting in a
the body corresponds to a well-defined
and the general waste products the
persistent cough. With knowledge of
area of the iris in both eyes.
body makes on its own.
a person’s weak areas, an iridologist
As the health evaluations and
can recommend dietary and lifestyle
Iridology Reading assessments are made, corrective
changes that will strengthen the tissues
An iridology reading is painless, non- measures can be applied through
of the respiratory system.
invasive and surprisingly accurate. An herbal, vitamin, mineral and nutritional
Through the use of iridology, prac-
iris chart and a hand-held illuminated supplements. This allows the body to
titioners can reveal the root cause of
iris magnifier are tools used by iridolo- overcome imbalance thus preventing
many health concerns to assist clients
gists to record imbalances and track unnecessary illness and dis-ease from
in regaining control of their health.
Iridology complements alternative or
allopathic therapies because it can help
Who may benefi t from an iridology reading? provide this vital information.
• Individuals suffering from symptoms which have not been explained by
laboratory tests
Susan J. Squittieri is a certified herbalist
• Individuals with ailments that have not been alleviated with medical
and iridologist practicing in Nyack. Her
treatments
practice, Two Bear Herbs & Holistic
Health, offers a variety of alternative
• Healthy individuals who are proactive about maintaining their health
healing modalities. For more info con-
• Individuals who prefer natural approaches to their health tact 512-8389 or twobearherbs@yahoo.
com or go to TwoBearherbs.com.
natural awakenings January 2010
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