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We're so used to following traditions. But have we ever stopped to wonder why they exist in the first place? Take a look at these
Hindu traditions and the reasons behind them!

1. Henna

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Mehndi is a very powerful medicinal herb, and its application on hands and feet can prevent stress during weddings. It cools the
body and keeps the nerves from becoming tense.

2. Namaste

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There is a scientific reason behind the Namaskar in Hindu culture. Joining both hands ensures touching the tips of all the fingers
together, which are linked to pressure points in the eyes, ears, and mind. Pressing them together is said to activate these, helping
us remember that person for a long time.

3. Toe rings

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Indian women normally wear toe rings on the second toe. A particular nerve from this connects the uterus and passes to heart.
Thus, a toe ring on this toe strengthens the uterus, keeping it healthy by regulating the blood flow to it. Moreover, a womans
menstrual cycle is said to be regularized.

4. Tilak

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The spot between the eyebrows on a forehead is considered a major nerve point in the human body. A tilak is believed to prevent
the loss of energy, and retain this to control various levels of concentration. Moreover, the act of applying this ensures that the
points on the mid-brow region and Adnya-chakra are pressed, facilitating blood supply to the facial muscles.

5. Bells in temples
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People ring the temple bell on entering as the sound of it is said to clear our mind and help us stay sharp, keeping our full
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concentration on devotion. Moreover, these bells are made in such a way that the sound they produce creates unity in the left and
right parts of our brains. The duration of the bell echo is ideal to activate all the seven healing centres in our body, clearing us of
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6. Throwing coins in a river

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Historically, most currency was made of copper, a vital metal for the human body. Throwing coins in a river was a way to intake
sufficient copper as part of water as rivers were the only source of drinking water.

7. Not sleeping with your head pointing north

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The human body has its own magnetic field, while the Earth is a giant magnet. When you sleep with your head pointing north,
your bodys magnetic field becomes asymmetrical to the Earths, causing problems related to blood pressure since your heart
needs to work harder in order to overcome this.

8. Piercing ears

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Indian physicians and philosophers believe that piercing ears helps in the development of intellect, power of thinking and decision
making faculties. Get a piercing today!

9. Surya Namaskar

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Hindus have a tradition of paying their respects to the Sun God early in the morning through the Surya Namaskar. Waking up to
follow this routine ensures we are prone to a morning lifestyle.

10. The plait on the head of males

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Sushruta described the master sensitive spot on the head as Adhipati Marma. This was considered a centre of wisdom. The
knotted plait helps boost this centre and conserve its subtle energy.

11. Fasting

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Ayurveda sees the basic cause of many diseases as the accumulation of toxic materials in the digestive system. Regular
cleansing of toxic materials keeps one healthy. By fasting, the digestive organs get rest and all body mechanisms are cleansed
and corrected.

12. Charan Sparsh

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When you touch the feet of the elderly, their hearts emit positive thoughts and energy, which they transmit through their hands
and toes. In essence, the completed circuit enables flow of energy and increases cosmic energy, switching on a quick connect
between two minds and hearts. Your fingers and palms become the receptor of energy and the feet of the other person become
the giver of energy.

13. Sindoor

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Sindoor is prepared by mixing turmeric, lime and the metal mercury. Due to its intrinsic properties, mercury controls blood
pressure and activates sexual drive. Thus, sindoor should be applied right upto the pituitary gland where all our feelings are
centered.

14. Idol worship

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Hinduism propagates idol worship more than any other religion. This was initiated for the purpose of increasing concentration
during prayers. According to psychiatrists, a man will shape his thoughts as per what he sees.

15. Wearing bangles

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Bangles cause constant friction with the wrist which increases the blood circulation level. Further more, the electricity passing out
through outer skin is again reverted to ones own body because of the ring shaped bangles.

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