How to relieve the symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome

At Kirkwood Fyfe we find a number of our patients suffer from Dry Eye Syndrome. Although this is a common condition, it can result in dry or sore eyes and/or blurred vision. The condition tends to affect people above 60, and it is more common in women than men. Around one in 13 people who are in their fifties experience dry eye syndrome, and the condition becomes more common with age.

A great, natural tip for relieving the symptoms of Dry eye syndrome is to eat foods that are high in omega 3. One type of food that will help to alleviate the dryness is oily fish, including salmon, trout, mackerel, herring and sardines. The naturally high oil content from the fish is a great source of omega 3 and helps to reduce the dryness in eyes. Although at Kirkwood Fyfe we are not master chef's, we do like to cook and also like to provide our online community with interesting tips and blog topics. So if you suffer from dry eyes, why not try one of Kirkwood Fyfe's favourite, tried and tested mackerel recipes. It's really easy and you will be rid of the dryness in no time!

Mackerel with Lime & Coriander (serves 4)
Ingredients:

• 4 small mackerel, trout or sardines
• 1/4 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 ground cumin
• 4 sprigs of fresh coriander
• 3 tbsp chopped, fresh coriander
• 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped
• grated rind and juice of 1 lime 
• 2 tbsp sunflower oil
• salt and pepper
• 1 lime, sliced, to garnish
• salad leaves, to serve

1.Clean and gut the mackerel, removing the heads if preferred. Place on a chopping board.
2. Sprinkle the fish with the ground spices and salt and pepper to taste. Place a sprig of coriander inside the cavity of each fish
3. Mix together the chopped coriander, chilli, lime rind and juice and the oil in a small bowl. Brush the mixture leberally over the fish.
4. Grill or barbecue the fish for 3-4 mins each side. Brush frequently with the remaining basting mixture.
5. Garnish with lime slices and serve with salad leaves

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