Tongue scraping is an important part of Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medicine system. Photo: Getty Images
Tongue scraping is an important part of Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medicine system. Photo: Getty Images
Wellness

Oil pulling, Ayurveda practice Gwyneth Paltrow swears by, tongue scraping and other daily rules to live by from Indian traditional medicine

  • The ancient Indian medicine system Ayurveda is based on balance and a healthy daily routine, known as dinacharya. Its dos and don’ts may surprise you
  • For the best health, don’t drink iced water, use a microwave oven, heat honey or eat leftovers, but do cook seasonal ingredients, and in the right cookware

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Tongue scraping is an important part of Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medicine system. Photo: Getty Images