Seeing Things Clearly – Getting Familiar with Iridology

Article Provided by Trinity School of Natural Health

Originally Published in the Holistic Living Magazine

Eyes are the window to the soul. But did you know that your eyes can also reflect your physical health? Our eyes tell a story. We can often look into someone’s eyes and determine how their
day is going, or know if they’re tired, sad or not feeling well.

Iridology takes everyday observations a step further by allowing practitioners to analyze someone’s internal health by observing the eye using high-resolution images. It is a structured scientific discipline requiring extensive experience and training to assess an individual’s eye accurately.

An iridology certification is one way to gain experience and practice assessing the eyes. With this certification, you also can provide supportive tools based on your findings. So, how can iridology help someone improve or manage their health? Read on to discover five ways an experienced iridologist can provide insight into an individual’s health.

1. ASSESSING OVERALL HEALTH
Our irises contain thousands of nerves. These nerves are connected to the organ systems in the body via the brain. Consequently, the health of the body is recorded by these nerve impulses through the brain and onto the iris. Blood vessels and muscle fibers are also present in our irises. The information recorded in these vessels and muscle fibers can give an iridologist a wealth of information. By analyzing the fibers in the
iris, an iridologist can offer clients an overall assessment. In conjunction with a client’s health history, iridology findings can help practitioners recommend lifestyle changes to support the client. The eyes can also be monitored for positive or negative changes. This can help the iridologist alter their previous recommendations and suggest new ways for the client to improve their wellness.

2. IDENTIFYING POTENTIAL IMBALANCES
In the practice of iridology, health tendencies and potential imbalances can be discovered through spots, discoloration or changes in the fibers of the iris. The iridologist then uses radial and clocklike charts to determine which area of the body may be involved. The affected iris is also important to the iridologist. For example, problem areas in the left eye signal potential imbalances in the organs on the left side of the body, whereas the right iris corresponds with organs on the right side.

3. DETERMINING HEALTH TENDENCIES
Our genes affect our irises and the rest of our bodies. By looking at a person’s iris, an iridologist can determine what lifestyle choices would be the most impactful for them. Even if the client isn’t currently experiencing problems, iridology can help them embrace positive habits based on their irises’ genetic markers.

4. ANALYZING ORGAN FUNCTION
Without invasive tests, knowing if our organs are properly functioning may be difficult. Iridology can provide insight into which organs have potential concerns. By gathering this information, an iridologist can make suggestions to support specific organs or systems, and address other factors that may be contributing to the client’s current health state.

5. NUTRITION
Genetics only tell a small part of our story. Our environment, diet and lifestyle can play an even larger role in our health. By examining the iris, an iridologist can help assess a person’s potential digestive health and potential nutritional needs.

In short, iridology assessments can give clients a tool to help them support their bodies and become more aware of potential health concerns. The iridologist can then work with their client to address these areas of health and wellness.

How to Earn an Iridology Certification
Many don’t realize that the history of iridology dates back to the 1600s. You can harness the power of this longstanding tradition by becoming a certified iridologist. This certification provides the skills, knowledge and tools to use this practice professionally and in your everyday life.