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Eye twitching, or blepharospasm, is an involuntary eyelid movement that can occur every few seconds. While not usually a sign of a serious health condition, it can be bothersome. Natural remedies, including supplements and home treatments, can relax eye muscles and improve nervous system function to reduce or stop eye twitching.

What Causes Eye Twitching?

  • Eye Conditions: Issues like blepharitis, dry eyes, light sensitivity, and pink eye.
  • Nervous System Disorders: Conditions affecting the brain and nerves can trigger spasms.
  • Eye Makeup: New eye products like mascara can cause irritation and twitching. If symptoms begin after trying a new product, discontinue use to see if the condition improves.

Top Natural Remedies for Eye Twitching

  • Magnesium: Magnesium helps regulate nerve impulses and muscle contractions. It supports the circulatory system, promoting a steady heart rhythm and normal blood pressure. Take magnesium supplements or consume foods like spinach, almonds, and avocado.
  • Potassium: Found in bananas, oranges, and potatoes, potassium is an essential electrolyte for muscle function. It helps prevent spasms by ensuring proper communication between nerves and muscles. Regular intake of potassium-rich foods or supplements can alleviate twitching.
  • Calcium: Calcium is vital for nerve health and neurotransmitter function. Foods like dairy, kale, and fortified plant milk or calcium supplements can help stabilize nerve signals and reduce eye twitching.
  • Tonic Water: Tonic water contains quinine, which may help relax muscles and reduce spasms. Drink a small glass daily as a simple home remedy.

Additional Tips to Prevent Eye Twitching

  • Get adequate rest to reduce eye strain and fatigue.
  • Limit caffeine and alcohol, which can exacerbate twitching.
  • Practice stress management techniques like meditation or yoga to calm the nervous system.
  • Use artificial tears if dry eyes are a contributing factor.

*If eye twitching persists or worsens, consult a healthcare provider to rule out underlying conditions.

The comments below reflect the personal experiences and opinions of readers and do not represent medical advice or the views of this website. The information shared has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or health condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.
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Posted by Chloe (Ny) on 07/06/2020
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I wrote in a couple of weeks ago about baking soda and lime causing an eye twitch. Well this email is about how I finally cured it. My eye twitch went on for 10 days! INSANE!! Never had that happen before!!

I tried many of the remedies found here on EC: acupressure, magnesium, mag oil, bananas, and even electrolytes. The electrolytes helped slightly but then the twitch came back a couple of hours later. This weekend, after my eye was getting progressively more swollen from twitching, I decided to go and buy potassium supplements instead of just eating bananas. I ended up with potassium caplets instead of capsules as the big box store that was open didn't have capsules. (I don't think caplets are absorbed as well and will buy capsules in the future). I took one pill and my eye twitch stopped an hour later after 10 relentless days!!!

The twitch came back about 12 hours later, though less intensely than before, so I promptly took another potassium. I have repeated the dosage for two days now and the twitch is completely gone.

Another side effect from the alkalizing tonic that I didn't mention in my last post because it started a couple days after that, was that I also got nerve sensitivity to cold in my gum line. Very uncomfortable to drink. Guess what, the potassium cured that too!!!

Folks, do watch out when you do these alkalizing and detoxing remedies. They can pull vital nutrients from your body, leaving you with side effects that may take you down the rabbit hole trying to figure out!!!

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Posted by Moroco (Denver, Co) on 11/28/2017
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OMGOMGOMG. My right eye has literally been twitching non stop for over a year. I just drank about 15 oz of tonic water and poof, it stopped. OMGOMGOMGOMG> THANK YOU

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Posted by Spencer (Oregon) on 10/23/2016
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Tonic Water worked instantly for me. I have had eye twitches on my right eye for about two weeks and they seemed to be getting stronger. My ophthalmologist told me to drink 1oz. of Tonic water daily. He said it could take up to seven days to work. It worked instantly the same night. I actually took 2 oz. the first night. Today is day 3 and I have taken 1 oz. of tonic water daily(except for the 1st day when I drank 2oz.) and I have had no eye twitches since day one.

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Posted by Kim (Corona, Ca) on 05/04/2016
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My eye had literally been twitching for about 4 months, very strongly and was causing me anxiety. I drank about 8 oz of tonic water, and it reduced the twitching about 75% in the intensity and the amount of times it was twitching initially, and the over the next couple of days it completely stopped. I haven't experienced anymore twitching since the 8 oz....yay! This works...

Calcium and Magnesium Supplements

Posted by Veronicah (Kenya ) on 04/17/2015
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I came to this site desperately trying to cure my twitching eye that had gone on for almost a month. The twitching was constant and I was feeling horrible. I was looking at the mirror a thousand times a day hoping it would have stopped. I tried taking tonic water and other remedies without success.. I then decided to start taking magnesium and calcium tablets....pap, it's gone, within two days of administering the multivitamins. Am so happy and thankful to God for using all the good people in this site. I will keep my diet on good check and never again take health for granted. Thanks to all you who share the knowledge.


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