Traditional way of having meal

In traditional India people eat meals sitting cross-legged on the floor. What were the benefits of eating meals seated in this posture? Best sitting in the sukhasana what's called, the body relax making the body ready for the digestive process. Also the constant movement of bending forward and straightening made sure that digestive juices were released and enhancing speedy digestion.

while sitting and getting up joints were made more flexible removing elements like arthritis. So there was several benefits to eating your meals in the traditional way seated in sukhasana.

In Hindu culture , there is a ritual where a women take Pradikshna around Tulsi . Every Hindu house has a Tulsi plant planted in front of their house,in the well carved pot like structure.

There is a belief that , early morning , a married women should take round of Tulsi plant and pray to Lord Surya, in order to get good blessing from Lord Surya and goddess Tulsi for her entire family.

The major reason behind planting a Tulsi plant in front of the house , is that it is one of the plant which gives out large amount of oxygen compared to others .

Apart from spiritual values gained from Tulsi , it has medicinal values too. Which acts like a scientific reason  behind the ritual.

Some of the medicinal benefits like it helps curing few deseases like Fever,Common cold,Cough,Sore throat, Respiratory disorders, Kidney stone, Heart disorder, Children’s Ailments, Mouth infections, Insect bites, Skin disorders, Teeth disorder, Headaches, Eye disorders and Many More…..

The Tulsi acts as a herb in the treatment of respiratory system disorder. A decoction of the leaves with honey and ginger is an effective remedy for bronchitis, asthma, influenza, cough and cold.

Besides Tulsi acts as a Anti-stress agent, Blood purifier, Tulsi leaves are regarded as an “ADAPTOGEN” or Anti-Stress Agent. These leaves afford significant protection against stress which is medically proved.

Most importantly Tulsi leaves are Nerve tonic and also sharpen memory and the leaves strengthen the stomach and induce copious perspiration.

The seed of the plant are mucilaginous.
That’s why in every hindu’s house there is a Tulsi plant.Though not everyone knows all these scientific advantages and uses, But because of the belief in god and culture they place a tulsi plant in the house.

Tulsi, sacred plant of indian culture, got 2 main roles in Indians life, It is worshipped as a sacred plant and works as Herb.

Toe ring

Have you anytime noticed , Hindu married women toes?

They always wear a silver colour Toe ring. And yes they look nice too. But the question is , why only married women wear to ring ?

The reason behind is very simple. Toe ring has, associated benefits as indicated in Ayurveda. Toe ring have been indicated to be worn to regulate the menstrual cycle and does increase the chances of conception.

The slide pressure on second toe, ensure  a healthy uterus. Some cultures also say that the pressure belt on the second toe helps ease the pain during intercourse. Unmarried Hindu girls put ring on third toe to help ease with the mensural pain.

Significance of namaste

In Hindu culture , we always greet others saying Namaste that is by Joining both palms together to greet.

“NAMASTE”. The traditional Indian greeting. A gesture which marks respect reverence and love for the person we great. So why do we greet people in this way?

 In yoga this gesture is called Anjali mudra. What is a well known fact that tips of the finger are major energy points. When we bring together the palms of our fingers linking the tips of the fingers, then don't nerve circuits of the brain a link to those of the upper body. A feeling of calmness and well being immediately decends.

 Also in yoga each finger is representative of a certain energy. The little finger represent Tamas or dullness, the ring finger represent rajas or activity, the middle finger represent satwa aur refinement, the index finger is the individual soul or jeevatma and the term is the paramatma for the ultimate soul. These are the reasons behind namaste the traditional Indian greeting.

Temple bell

Ringing temple bell is all time favorite of all the kids! Every one in our childhood must have experienced it . Its fun for kids , and for adults its a way of giving respect to the God .

 The temple bell was a beautifully crafted object made of an amalgam of several metals including zinc, copper, bronze, and many other alloys. The quantity of each metal was based on very accurate scientific calculation. When the bell was rung there was a resonation, which created and an immediate harmony between the right and left lobes of the brain. The echo lasted 7 seconds touching the seven chakras of the body. 

The sound of the bell created on instant calm increasing the power of concentration helping you to focus on the higher. A well designed to temple bell and also produce the sound OM. So next time when you visit the temple just think about it.

Applying kumkum on forehead

According to Hindu culture there is a belief  that a woman looks prettier only when she applies bhindi or kumkum.

Since from my childhood I  have seen my mother applying kumkum also known as sindoor in between her eyebrows and yes, she did look pretty even when she did not apply it. I kept wondering why Hindu religion always insist on applying kumkum for ladies or gentleman in between their  eyebrows or just below the forehead. As I grew older I understood the main scientific reason behind applying kumkum in between the eyebrows. It is scientifically proven that it is a major nerve point in between the eyebrows . So every time when you press or apply a slight pressure in between the eyebrows, the nerve points are activated. It also help us  to increase our memory power.

The rhishis of ancient India understood this to be the seat of ajna chakra the centre of infinite intuition

It is also proven that applying fresher on ajna chakra there is proper blood circulation in face muscle.