It can be bothersome when squiggly lines or rings suddenly or even occasionally appear in your field of view. Though annoying, these lines or rings (called floaters) are usually benign and do not require medical treatment.

But if they don’t need medical treatment, is there a way to reduce floaters in eyes naturally? While there are some natural treatments for eye floaters that you can try, most only work to reduce the irritation that comes with floaters rather than eliminating them completely.

“Natural remedies” for floaters simply involve changing day-to-day behavior, such as changing your diet and getting more sleep. Usually, learning to ignore floaters is just as effective as any “natural eye floater cure.”

Remedies you may consider for coping with floaters include:

Hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid eye drops are often used after eye surgery to reduce inflammation and help with the recovery process. It has also been used as over-the-counter dry eye treatment.

There are some claims that hyaluronic acid may help dissolve eye floaters naturally, though there isn’t much scientific evidence that supports this.

Consult an eye care provider before using hyaluronic acid eye drops to address floaters on your own.

Diet and nutrition

Though they may not target floaters specifically, some vitamins and supplements can support overall eye health. Some recommended supplements include:

Proper hydration and a healthful diet can also provide the necessary nutrients to support eye health.

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