The science behind ear piercing and other traditional beliefs

Ear piercing is an ancient Indian practice, which is also known as Karna Vedha. It is one of the 16 sacraments, rituals and sacrifices done to mark the various stages of human life and to signify cultural heritage and upbringing.

Ear piercing might just look like something which is done to enhance our looks but there is much more to it.

Here are 10 surprising health benefits of ear piercing, which we bet you didn’t know:

According to Ayurveda, the lobe of the ear has an important point right in the center. This point is one of the most important areas for reproductive health. Moreover, piercing of ear also helps maintain a healthy menstrual cycle in females.

Ear piercing at an early age in kids is said to ensure proper brain development. The ear lobes have the meridian point that connects the right hemisphere to the left hemisphere of the brain. Piercing of this point helps activate these parts of the brain. Principles of acupressure therapy also claim that when these meridian points are stimulated, it helps in healthy and quick development of the brain.

It is said that when people wear earrings, the flow of energy is maintained in their bodies.

The center point of the ear is where the center for vision lies. Thus, applying pressure to these points helps improve the eyesight.

As per Ayurveda, the point where the ear is pierced is where two essential acupressure points are present – master sensorial and master cerebral points. These two points are the key players in maintaining the hearing of your child. Acupressure experts say it’s a good spot to help relieve symptoms of tinnitus (ringing or buzzing of ears).

Along with the healthy development of the brain, ear piercing keeps conditions like hysteria at bay. This area is also the seat of the master cerebral, which governs the working of the brain, claims the acupressure theory. It is said that applying pressure at these points helps keep mental illnesses like OCD, anxiety and nervousness at bay.

Stimulation of this point is said to maintain one’s digestive system. This is also the hunger point and its stimulation reduces the chances of obesity.

In men, ear piercing is believed to help in sperm production and that is why ear piercing for boys is a compulsory tradition in various communities to help maintain their reproductive health.

When a girl’s ears are pierced, the left ear is pierced first. On the other hand, when a boy’s ear is pierced, the right ear is pierced first. This is because these specific points coincide with the masculine and feminine halves of a person.

It is believed that the right side of the body is the masculine side, while the left half is the feminine side.

Ear piercing should be done in the 10th, 12th or 16th day or in the 6th, 7th or 8th month. Or you can get it done in any odd years from the year of childbirth.