Iridology is the inspection of the iris used for detection of previous, current or potential health issues. Iridology is an alternative method among many to be explored during a health evaluation. The information on Iridology is very mixed. I can speak from experience that it is non-invasive as it consists of a picture taken of each eye. The photo is then magnified with a diagram overlay of correlating organs in the body. The idea behind it is that each organ is represented in sections around the eyes. Color variations, lines, dark and light spots all indicate deficiencies or imbalances. As with other alternative modalities, Iridology has its skeptics calling it pseudoscience that uses the technique of cold reading. Cold reading is where a practitioner, healer or a physic asks basic questions to start as a guide to get started down a particular path to a root cause or a solution. Cold readers are body language experts as people naturally respond with their bodies and facial expressions so it makes their job easier. I have met some bad cold readers before I’ve found it best to perfect a poker face to frustrate them and get away as quickly as possible. There are plenty of intuitive and dedicated, true healers out there, it may just take some research and screening before committing to someone.

As for my experience, I enjoyed it and found that the outcome was precise to my actual medical history and imbalances at the time. My recommendation for anyone looking to explore Iridology, is to have conventional medical tests and scan results with you and hold them until the end of your Iridology session. This way, you can line up the similarities and take notes on any extra information that was provided. The cost of Iridology is another issue as most insurance companies do not cover some alternative modalities. Using an HSA account is one option as the cost could be a few hundred dollars depending on the facility and location.

As with all things, listen to your instincts and be open to explore new modalities of healing and wellness especially if they are non-invasive practices. Integrated healing empowers individuals to have an active roll in the wellness process. Taking ownership of personal healthcare and treatments is a giant step toward self-love.

***Please consult a licensed medical professional before incorporating any alternative medicine or modalities into your wellness plan. Be sure to trust your instincts, ask questions and be your own health advocate. You are worth all of your efforts.

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