Expert: Gulshan Kumar - 12/12/2008

Question
QUESTION: I have deep dark eye circles. what should i do?

ANSWER: Thank you for writing to me.

(i)  The problem is related to absence of proper and sound sleep.  
Improve your sleep by maintaining the proper time to go to sleep, preparation for sound sleep - like light meal at night, reading spiritual literature before sleep, avoiding stimulating activities at evening, etc.

(ii) Take multivitamins.

(iii)Take a glass of lukewarm in the morning.

I would be able to offer complete suggestions after getting the complete case history.

Please feel free to write for further clarifications / information, if any.

With regards and best wishes for your health and happiness.

Gulshan

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QUESTION: I am 27 years old and I have deep dark eye circles. I have pretty and big eyes but my eyes are getting deeper around my nose. It seems like I used to wear glasses. The area is now getting very dark and I hate it.
I know its all because of tension and tears. But now I am trying to relax and be happy. I am trying to take lots of water and good sleep. But nothing seems to work.
I know it’s not a magic and I have to be patience. But seriously I am loosing my patience. I need solution.
I am slim and short in height. My complexion is pale. I avoid taking milk. Please suggest me anything which can work.  

Answer
Dear Aina,

Your question itself bears the answer within.

I would suggest you to consider the following points:

*Water intake.
*multivitamins [try tab. supradyn - use only with under consultation with your physician]. Go for tabs. only if you are not able afford time/money for *seasonal juices daily. Ensure the hygiene for juice.
*Adopt some workout schedule - for exercise - warmups.
*Try Naadi-shodhan Pranayama [ two times a day ]
*Learn Progressive Relaxation & Meditation
*Early to bed and early to rise - Adopt this principle. Avoid late night work/TV.
Take Milk products.
Learn Abdominal Breathing and this should become your forever breathing.
Avoid Constipation, if there is.
Be creative
Spend some time with your friends and relatives

I hope that the above points should help you.  

Please feel free to write to me for further clarifications / information, if any.

With regards and best wishes for your health and happiness,

Gulshan