Bilberry Leaf has been used traditionally for problems with visual acuity and almost every eye ailment. It was used by British fliers as far back as World War 1 to sharpen their vision. Scientific research has since validated this folk medicine approach.

Bilberries contain anthocyanosides, which are potent anti-oxidants that retard the breakdown of viamin C. As a result they help vitamin C do its job of protecting your eyes and strengthen the capillaries in the retina, which helps slow macular degeneration. A group of Italian researchers showed that a mixture of anthocyanosides from bilberry plus vitamin E halted the progression of lens clouding in a remarkable 97% of people with early-stage cataracts. Anthocyanosides have also been shown to offer significant protection against ulcers in animal studies. Bilberry leaf is also used a a preventative treatment for glaucoma. This herb is also useful for varicose veins, as it helps circulation by stimulating new capillary formation , strengthening capillary walls and increasing the overall health of the circulatory system.

Bilberry Leaf is also used for the prevention of strokes and heart attacks. Compounds known as anthocyanidins have a cholesterol-lowering effect which help to prevent blood clots and break down plaque deposits lining the arteries. This herb is a vasodilator that opens blood vessels and lowers blood pressure. For these reasons, bilberries might help prevent ischemic stroke without increasing the risk of haemorrhagic stroke.

Anthocyanidins also have muscle-relaxant properties and are suggested by herablists for menstrual cramps.

Bilberry may be made into a tea. Add a few drops to boiling water and drink a cup of this eye tea up to four times a day.

100ml 1:3 Alcohol Volume 45%. Take 10 - 15 drops 2 x daily.