Did you know many of our traditional rituals are actually nature’s way of keeping us healthy?
The Tulsi plant isn’t just sacred—it naturally cleans the air and boosts your well-being. Turmeric isn’t just for color; it’s a powerful healer used in rituals to protect and calm. Cow dung might sound unusual but it’s a natural disinfectant that purifies homes! Lighting ghee lamps isn’t just beautiful, it helps cleanse the air and fight germs around you.
Our traditions are packed with ancient wisdom and science!
Did you know some traditional rituals are actually backed by science? Which one surprises you the most?
It’s really surprising how our old traditions were actually full of health, science, and wisdom. What our elders followed naturally like using herbs, plants, and simple practices—are now becoming trends again. People are going back to using Tulsi for air purification, turmeric for healing, and lighting ghee lamps for a positive atmosphere.
Even things like oil pulling with coconut oil, clay pots for drinking water, and using neem twigs for brushing teeth are making a comeback. These weren’t just beliefs—they were smart and healthy habits. Today, we’re slowly understanding their real value and bringing them back into daily life.
Cow dung it contains natural antibacterial agents and is traditionally used to disinfect floors and walls. It also repels insects and neutralises odours.
My grandma used to give me a mixture of jeera seeds and water when I had uneasiness in my stomach, it was extremely bitter to even swallow. It was a extremly good antimicrobial agent and was packed with enzymes that help with breaking down food
One ancient practice I came across was as an carving on temple walls. It was about the birthing act. A mother ready to give birth and other women supporting her in an upright(standing) position. Which actually made me fascinated because the ‘west’ is now supporting the position which has always been promoted in our culture for easy delivery. We never needed the westener validation!
Tradition: Foods like curd, kimchi, and pickles have been part of diets for centuries.
Science: Rich in probiotics, they support gut microbes and improve digestion and immunity.
Neem is also the best example. It has properties like anti microbial, anti inflammatory, anti oxidant, insecticidal, etc. And in many formulations the neem is used along with various API to get the synergistic effect.
In my final year of B pharm i found one essential herb that is Tridax Procumbens which commonly known as the daisy plant or Dagdi pala. It is used by crushing the leaves of it and applied on the wound . It will work as the antimicrobial activity and wound healing activity.
There are so many traditional rituals are actually natural way of keeping us healthy .
One traditional ritual which actually surprise me most was fasting (vrata) provide the digestive system rest self control and mindfulness.
2 applying haldi before wedding : turmeric is antiseptic and improve skin health and and prepare person for spiritually for new beginning.
Absolutely! @Dappilisravani
Traditional Indian rituals like worshiping trees and rivers show deep respect for nature. These practices encourage us to protect and conserve the environment, promoting sustainability long before it became a global focus. It’s a beautiful way of connecting culture with caring for our planet.
That’s such a great remedy! @shriya
Even if it tasted bitter, jeera water is amazing for the stomach. It’s packed with enzymes that help digestion and has antimicrobial properties to keep your gut healthy. Sometimes, the simplest traditional cures are the most effective!
Exactly! @maitri.d
It’s amazing how our ancient culture understood natural birthing methods long before modern science recognized them. The upright position for delivery has been part of our traditions for ages, showing how wise and ahead of their time our ancestors were. No need for outside validation—our heritage already had it right!
The Tulsi plant isn’t just sacred—it naturally cleans the air and boosts your well-being.
Turmeric isn’t just for color; it’s a powerful healer used in rituals to protect and calm.
Cow dung might sound unusual but it’s a natural disinfectant that purifies homes!
Lighting ghee lamps isn’t just beautiful, it helps cleanse the air and fight germs around you.
