Are you tired of being told to follow Indian superstitions without any logical explanation? Here are 5 superstitions with scientific backing!

Did you know that the belief of not cutting nails at night is actually to prevent injuries due to poor lighting?

The practice of applying turmeric on the bride and groom before the wedding has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

The reason behind not sweeping the house at night is to avoid disturbing the insects and creatures that come out in the dark.

The tradition of touching elders' feet is actually a form of exercise for the body and a sign of respect for the elderly.

The concept of not washing hair on certain days is to prevent catching a cold due to wet hair in the chilly weather.

The belief of not eating non-vegetarian food on certain days is to give the body a break from heavy and rich food, promoting a balanced diet.

The practice of hanging lemon and chillies at the entrance of homes is to ward off insects and bacteria due to the antimicrobial properties of both.

The reason behind not sleeping with your head facing north is to avoid the magnetic field disrupting the body's natural magnetic field.

These scientific explanations behind Indian superstitions prove that our ancestors were not just blindly following traditions, but had a logical reasoning behind them.