Why different days are celebrated in Phagupurni and Holi in the hills and Terai

Today (Sunday) Holi is being celebrated in the hilly region of the country. Holi is celebrated on the full moon day of Phagun Shukla Paksha along with the burning of Holika. But in the Terai region, even if Holika is burnt on the full moon day, it is customary to celebrate Holi the next day (Pratipada day).

According to Varaha Purana, Pat was-Vilasini, i.e. a game made of powders, is celebrated on the day of Phagun Shukla Purnima. Before that, let's dig into its mythological side.

Holi is a celebration of the victory of truth over untruth. This festival is celebrated in remembrance of the burning of the bonfire in favor of untruth. Holika Hiranyakashipu is the sister of the demon and Vishnu is the aunt of the devotee Prahlada. She had received the gift of burning fire from Brahma.

On the other hand, Prahlad, the son of Hiranyakashipu, was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu. Despite his father's repeated reminders, he did not give up his devotion to Vishnu. He was the king of demons and the protector of Lord Vishnu. After taking the side of his opponent, Hiranyakashipu planned to kill Prahlad.

He had planned to kill Prahlada using his sister who had received a gift from Brahma. He had planned to burn Prahlad by setting him on fire along with Holika. But due to the power of Lord Vishnu, nothing happened to Prahlada, but Holika is believed to be burnt when trying to misuse it. It is believed that that day was the day of Phagun Shukla Purnima.

On the other hand, there is literary evidence that this festival was celebrated even in the Vedic period. At that time, this festival was called 'Navaneshti'. On this day, it is customary to burn half-ripe grains of the field and distribute them as offerings. This kind of food is called 'Hola', so it was celebrated as Holi.

This festival is also considered as a yajna performed on the occasion of the arrival of New Year and Vasantgam. Some people also celebrate this festival by worshiping the fire god. It is believed that Manu was born on this day.

Why are Phagupurni and Holi celebrated on different days?

Head of the Department of Central Department of Nepali History, Culture and Archeology, Prof. Dr. Madan Kumar Rimal says that celebrating Holi for two days in the hills and terai is of special importance. Rimal, who grew up in the Mithila culture, says that a special fair will be held on the day of Phagu Purnima in the Mithila region and thousands of people will be present there to celebrate Holi the next day. In Mithila culture, a special fair is held on every full moon day in temples including Janakpur.

Although the religious texts mention that Phagu Purni is celebrated only for one day, it has developed into an undisputed culture accepted by all. Nirnayasindhu, who decides on every festival celebrated under the Hindu religion, has also mentioned Holi as a one-day festival. On page 308 of the book, it is mentioned that it is customary to celebrate the full moon day on Phagupurni.

According to Rimal, there are two reasons for celebrating Holi on different days in Phagupurni in the hills and in the Terai. One may be that the practice of celebrating the next day is due to the pilgrimage. On the other hand, after burning Holi in the evening of the previous day, the Holi festival may have been celebrated the next day. He says that it may be more customary to celebrate the next day than to paint in the evening.

"Holi is a celebration of harmony between family and friends. The full moon day, which could not be celebrated due to the procession, was celebrated the next day with friends. This is how the culture of celebrating the next day has become in the Terai. ' Later, on this basis, the government started giving leave for two days, but it developed into a two-day festival. '

What to do in summer to prevent heartburn and acidity?

What to eat and what not to eat on hot days? Dehydration, gastric problems, abdominal pain, heartburn, or acidity increase during the summer. As the temperature rises, our body reacts differently. So we have to give up some food items on summer days. If you continue to eat certain foods during the summer, as at other times, your health may deteriorate.

You should cut back on soft drinks, soft drinks, dairy products, oily foods, red meat, milk tea, or coffee. Instead, you should eat things that make your stomach cold. For example, fresh fruits, cucumbers, soft water, etc. should be eaten in summer. On hot days you should increase your liquid diet. Foods that need to be reduced in summer.

Red meat

Red meat is high in protein and iron. It is difficult to digest on summer days. Eating red meat also raises body temperature, which is not good in summer. When eating red meat in summer, the body absorbs a lot of energy, so you should stay away from it as much as possible.

Cold drink

Everyone loves cold drinks in the summer. Many people drink soft drinks to escape the heat. Cold drinks increase the number of calories, as well as help the body to dehydrate. That said, drinking too much of it can have an effect. Therefore, it is better to pay more attention to natural beverages like juice and coconut water instead of cold drinks.

Smooth junk food

Even if you like greasy junk food, this season is not suitable for it. Oil can cause heartburn in summer. Eating such food on hot days can cause acidity and even skin problems.

Very spicy vegetables

There are many spicy foods in Nepali cuisine. But it is not suitable food for the summer season. In this season, it is better to eat a little chili, a little spice, and little fried vegetables instead of adding more spices, oil, and ghee to the vegetables.

Milk, tea, and coffee

There may be many who find milk tea sweet. But in summer, it is better to reduce milk tea for stomach health. Drinking milk tea in summer causes dehydration in the body. Besides, tea can cause stomach pain and acidity on hot days. Instead of milk tea or coffee, you can drink green tea, black tea, mint tea, etc.

Besides, it is advisable to reduce various dairy products in this season. If you do not consume such dairy products properly, you may have stomach problems. You can eat yogurt in the summer, but milk, cheese, cream, or butter are high in fat. This fat is difficult to digest, which can lead to gastric problems in summer.

Ignoring these foods on hot summer days can lead to stomach problems. If you are suffering from any disease, dietary decisions can be made after consulting a doctor.

Growing smartphone addiction in the younger generation, the risk of long-term health problems

Growing smartphone addiction among young people has shown that patients are more likely to get sick. Studies in various parts of the world, including London, have shown that one-third of the world's youth are addicted to smartphones. Studies have shown that these young people are more likely to have problems with sleep. Studies have shown that in addition to sleep, a variety of problems increase.

How many times a day do you pick up your phone? How many times a day do you check information on your social network? How fast do you get uncontrollable when a message arrives on the phone? If this whole thing happens to you, it can be considered as an addiction sitting on your phone. A study has shown that about one-third of the world's people are addicted to mobile phones.

A new study by King's College London has revealed this fact. The researchers' study of 1,043 young people aged 18 to 30 confirmed this fact. Of those, 39 percent said they lost control of their phone.

The phone is disturbing people's sleep

Researchers have found that more than two-thirds of those addicted to smartphones had sleep problems. They have been found to suffer from insomnia and restlessness at night. This problem is found to seriously affect their lives.

Competitors who reported increased use of cell phones also had trouble sleeping. It has been studied before that those who use smartphones a lot at night tend to feel less sleep and more tired. According to researchers, smartphones also cause more mental problems during sleep.

This is how the study was done

The study, conducted by researchers at King's College London, was published in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry. In the study, researchers asked students about their sleep quality and smartphone use. The study was conducted online. About 39 percent of respondents to the questionnaire, which was designed to assess smartphone addiction among young people, said they were addicted to smartphones.

The effects of smartphones

According to Polotsky, a researcher involved in the study, phone addiction is also known as nomophobia. This is because any LED spectrum suppresses the level of light source melatonin.

Trying to break free from addiction

 Turn off the phone for a while

According to researchers, to get out of this addiction, first, turn off your phone for a while. For example, when you are in a meeting, having dinner, playing games with your child, or driving, stop for a while.

Make less use of social media

Keep the number of applications on your mobile to a minimum and consume fewer applications. The use of social networks Facebook and Twitter can be reduced from your phone. Use the phone's laptop to check it.

Go to the grayscale

Turn your smartphone to grayscale, according to psychiatrist Mela Roberts. This will improve your concentration. You can wear an alarm to get up in the morning like in the old days.

Ayurveda: How much water to drink in a day, at what time to drink?

How much water and how to drink it? This is a complex subject, even if it is always used. But there is no consensus among experts on this issue. In fact, how much water our body needs varies depending on the area we live in, the weather, and our physical constitution.

But Ayurveda has presented a different opinion on this issue. According to Ayurveda, our body has some natural needs. Which we get signals from hunger, thirst, sleep, urination, and defecation. So when you feel hungry, eat. When you feel thirsty, drink water, you don't have to worry too much about these things all the time.

Why drink water?

If you are still confused as to why we should drink water, here are some examples.

Water is essential for physical activity

Water is an important element for every cell in the body. Which is important for the communication and absorption of nutrients in different parts of the body. It helps to regulate various bodily functions such as breathing or defecation. It is also important for digestion and brain function.

Water increases energy levels in the body

Water helps to increase energy levels in the body. Drinking 2 liters of water daily increases the energy level to 400 joules. It is important to drink plenty of water when you go out for a regular workout. Also, water helps to relieve fatigue.

To keep the mind functioning and mood right

Various studies have shown that dehydration is related to knowledge and experience. At the same time, drinking water helps people to focus on meditation. Which makes it easy for a person to achieve success even in academics and other work. Also, many studies have confirmed that if a person drinks enough water, his mood will improve throughout the day.

Water to improve the digestive system

Water also helps in the synthesis of enzymes associated with the digestive system. Water helps to normalize the digestive system. Water can also be taken as a home remedy for problems like constipation.

Water for purification inside the body

Water is also needed to flush out waste products from the body. It helps in cleansing the body by sending out feces.

Water is suitable for skin

Drinking enough water helps to increase hydration in the skin. At the same time, it helps to enhance the physiology of the skin. Due to which the skin becomes soft and supple.

How much water to drink per day?

According to some principles, we should drink at least eight glasses of water every day. This helps to detoxify, nourish and hydrate your body. But Ayurveda does not accept it.

According to Ayurveda, water is an essential element. But excessive water intake may not make you feel hungry but it is more likely to cause indigestion. Scriptures like Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita have mentioned this. They say that water can be drunk whenever the body is thirsty and that is enough.

Drinking too much water can also increase the risk of phlegm and speech problems, which can affect the body's digestive system. Therefore, you should not drink water forcibly after being satisfied with water.

The right time to drink water

Generally, many people suggest not drinking water during meals. It is generally recommended to drink water either before meals or 45 minutes after meals. But according to Ayurveda, thirst is a natural need, so drinking water whenever you feel thirsty is not a problem.

The right way to drink water

- Just like we sit and eat, we can sit and drink water. As much as possible, you can take a sip of water throughout the day. Drinking too much water at one time may not allow the body to absorb enough water.

- Talking about water temperature, it is suitable to drink warm water. Either water can be drunk at room temperature. But don't drink too much cold and icy water. Drinking cold water may prevent blood from reaching all parts of the body.

- Do not drink enough water during meals and immediately after meals. But water can be drunk between meals.

- Don't forget that your body is filled with 50 percent food, 25 percent water, and 25 percent digestive juices.