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Iridology

Iridology is when someone looks at the colored part of your eye (the iris) with a special magnifying glass or camera to see if there are any signs of illness or disease in your body.

Imagine your iris like a map of your body. Different parts of your iris match up to specific parts of your body, like your heart, liver, or lungs. The iris is made of different shapes and colors that iridologists believe can indicate different health problems.

For example, some iridologists believe that certain shapes or colors in the iris can show if you have inflammation, stress, or even cancer in a certain part of your body. They can use this information to suggest ways to improve your health, like changing your diet or taking specific supplements.

However, it is important to know that not all doctors or scientists believe in the accuracy of iridology. Some think it is just a form of alternative medicine that has not been proven by scientific research.
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