Science behind Purataasi Fasting

Why Hindus prefer Veg foods and avoid Nonveg items during the month of 'Purataasi'(Mid September to Mid October) of every year.

Especially, people from Tamilnadu follow the rituals in the specified month above, while people from Kerala follow during Aadi month.

And the science fact is similar. YES, the climatic conditions plays vital role behind these fastings.

Hi readers,

Let's see the health benefits of fasting in the specified month.

The monsoon gives an asusual introduction during the month of Purataasi in Tamil Nadu while in Kerala, it comes in 2 month advance(Aadi month).

And during the monsoon climate, there will be heavy rain and climatic changes which results in upcoming diseases like malaria, and several flu's.

To get rid of this, our ancestors have made this fasting and related with god so that everyone will follow strictly for their health benefits.

Eating Non-veg items results in digestion problems at this season and also increases body heat.

We may celebrate 'Kolu' festival in this month which they offer 'Sundal'(Chickpeas)as prasaadh and people consume holy basil(Tulsi) leaves water to get rid of various diseases as mentioned before.

Tulsi:

1. It is a perfect nerve tonic which sharpen our memory.

2. It is rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and prevent against malaria and dengue fever.

3. It is a blood purifier and cures cold and flu. 

Chickpeas:

1. It lowers blood pressure.

2.It helps in weight loss diet.

Hence, we follow fasting especially in the month of Purataasi for healthy living as said by our ancestors.

  Godliness is not myth; A pure Science.

Nutmeg and Mace

 Hi viewers,

Lets see the benefits of one of spices present in condiments box at our home.

It's Nutmeg and Mace (Jaathipathri in tamil).

Benefits : 

1. Improves menstrual cycle for women.

2. Cures problems caused due to miscarriage for pregnant women.

3. Mixed with sandal, cured pimples and black spots and keeps our face fresh.

4. Improves blood circulation to our brain and keeps us focused and relieves stress.

5. Drinking the powdered mix along with ghee with milk increases sperm count for men.

6. The spice along with Omam and Dry ginger in hot water improves digestion and cures problems related to digestion.

7. Cures muscular pain(rheumatism).

Side effects:

Over intake leads to liver damage and affects Central nervous system and leads to constipation problems.

    

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