5 Ancient Daily Habits That Beat Modern Stress 

      Tanu Bhatnagar

Swish coconut oil for 5-10 minutes to remove toxins and boost immunity naturally. Studies show it reduces harmful mouth bacteria by 50% while freshening breath instantly. 

Oil Pulling: The 5-Minute Oral Detox

Early rising balances cortisol levels and increases daytime productivity dramatically. Drinking copper-pot water first thing enhances digestion and energy all day. 

Sunrise Syncing: Wake at 5 AM 

Kitchari and light lunches digest easily, preventing energy crashes. Heavy dinners before sunset give your gut 12+ hours to rest and repair. 

Sattvic Eating: Ayurveda's Fast Food

This guided meditation delivers deep rest equal to hours of sleep. NASA research confirms it reduces stress hormones faster than regular naps. 

Yoga Nidra: The 10-Minute Power Nap

Screen-free evenings improve melatonin production for deeper sleep. Replace scrolling with reading, stargazing or family board game nights. 

Digital Sunset: Unplug by 8 PM