Dipped in the hues of cheerfulness, joy and revelry — Durga Puja is the festival to worship Durga, the goddess of divine forces, positive energy, and Shakti, the feminine power. It celebrates the victory of good over evil.
Well, along with the positivity and celebrations, the festival of Durga Puja brings in a lot of lesser-known health benefits. Read on to know more:
Improving mental health
A break from your monotonous life, festivals like Durga Puja have a major positive impact on your mind. The joy of sitting in a circle with friends and family, feeling the essence of the Puja is good for your mental rejuvenation. A get-together with your loved ones on such occasions invigorates your mood and makes you feel relaxed.
Healthy food
Food in the form of ‘prasad’ and ‘bhog’ is an indispensable part of any festival across India. The quintessential bhog of Durga Puja includes a number of healthy food options, such as khichdi, which is usually served along with some vegetables, a fried item (potato, brinjal, pumpkin, etc), mishti (sweet dish), and chutney. The mishti pulao made from rice and garnished with cinnamon, cardamom, javitri, saffron, etc, is a tasty, yet healthy, bhog item too, say nutritionists at AMRI Hospital, one of the best hospitals in Kolkata.
Stress Buster
One of the best ways to rejoice, festivals like Durga Puja help in alleviating your stress levels, making you forget about all the problems in life. Medical experts at AMRI Hospitals have reported a significant decline in the number of patients with stress issues during the festive time. It is also linked with a number of people visiting pandals during Durga Puja, which fuels their energy level.
Keeps viral infections and bacteria at bay
Celebration of Durga Puja is incomplete without the ringing of bells and the sound of the conch. This sound is believed to have an impact on the bacteria and viruses around the place. Thus, you can pandals-hop without fearing to catch any viruses or infection.
Well, on this note, AMRI Hospitals wish you all a very Happy Durga Puja!
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