Hi ya Robin,
Good to hear from you. I am sorry that you and your family have been having troubles with your eyes lately. It would be hard to treat a seven year old child as far as washing the eyes out using an eye cup. Anyway, I thought I would mention this about the boric acid. One member had trouble using this formula (even though what you buy in the store is very diluted as far as boric acid) as it irritated her eyes. That was one comment made when I first posted this. I, myself, did not have a problem with the boric acid eyewash from Walgreens.
Here is another formula to help the eyes which is very inexpensive to make and can be used like eye drops. Again it will sting when you first start using it, but that gets better over time (be sure to shake well each time it is used). I used just a drop in each eyes. My herbalist friend made this up for me when I was having so much trouble with my symptoms. Unlike the directions say here I did store my formula in the refrigerator as I am leery of leaving at room temp a water based formula that is used in the eyes as it contains no real preservatives for long term storage. Still I would let it warm up some before using it in my eyes. You should be able to find small empty dropper bottles at your health food store (herbalists use these to store their tinctures after they are made).
LifeEvents.org: Apple Cider Vinegar Recipe
Eye drops: This special formula has been used with most excellent results for many years with absolutely no dangerous side effects when coupled with a change of diet, the reflex work and color therapy. Many cases of glaucoma, cataracts, spots film, and growths of various kinds have completely disappeared. The drops may be applied one at a time to both eyes several times daily. Continue use until the condition is cleared up. Many people have completely overcome the necessity for glasses. In all cases eyes have improved greatly. There are a number of book written on eye exercises; their systems help greatly to bring the sight back to normal. Most people would do well to learn and perform exercises to insure the retention of normal vision.
Formula: 5 parts (measures) distilled water
2 parts best grade of honey
1 part pure apple cider vinegar
Mix together and store in a bottle. It need not be refrigerated as contents will not spoil. If eyes are in good condition, keep them that way by regular use as no harm can ever come by using it. It has a strong smarting effect for a moment, then the eyes clear and feel very good after each use. These drops have proven to be superior to most commercial drops.
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