Periods Myth vs Truth: There are many myths prevalent in Indian society regarding periods. One of those myths is that pickles should not be touched at all during periods, otherwise the pickle starts rotting or gets spoiled. When periods start for the first time, the elders of the house tell many rules and regulations regarding periods.
One of those rules is that one should not touch the pickle box during periods because the pickle starts rotting. Most of the women in India have to face this type of behaviour. They are not allowed to enter the kitchen during periods. It is believed that entering the kitchen, touching pickles or touching the plant during this period causes the pickles to rot. Women are kept alone for 4-5 days during these days.
ABP Live Hindi Myths and Facts Series
We will talk about all these things in detail one by one. In the ABP Live Hindi Myth and Facts series, we will talk about the topic that do flowers and trees start withering if touched during periods? Today we will talk about this topic in detail. ABP Live Hindi has started a series on ‘Myth vs Facts’. Through this series, we will try to answer all the myths in the society about pregnancy, which people follow thinking them to be true, in a logical manner.
Is this true or just a myth?
During periods, bad blood flows in the body. Due to which the risk of infection and diseases increases. During this time, special care should be taken of cleanliness. In the olden days, cloth was used to maintain cleanliness. But due to hygiene related to health, infections are reduced.
Myth: Touching pickles during menstruation makes them impure?
This is an age-old tradition that still exists in many places, especially in elite caste-based communities in India. Fact: Pickle juice can help with menstrual cramps. Pickle juice is high in electrolytes like sodium and potassium, which can help reduce muscle cramps. Some researchers believe that when the juice touches the back of the throat, it activates muscle reflexes, which can turn off the feeling of cramps.
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