As COVID-19 cases surge, some in India are turning to an unconventional remedy: cow dung and urine. 🌿 Advocates like Ram Mangal Das, a Delhi cow shelter owner, and chartered accountant G.D. Singla claim these traditional Ayurvedic practices boost immunity, despite experts stressing no scientific evidence supports this.
Dr. Harjit Singh Bhatti, a physician at All India Institute of Medical Science, argues the trend reflects deeper issues. \"Promoting such myths keeps people from demanding real medical solutions,\" he says, hinting at political motives behind the push.
While Ayurveda—a 3,000-year-old healing system—remains culturally significant, the World Health Organization urges reliance on vaccines and proven treatments. 🧪 The debate highlights tensions between tradition and science in a pandemic-weary world. Can ancient wisdom coexist with modern medicine? Let us know your thoughts! 💬
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Why are people using cow dung and urine to treat COVID-19 in India?
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