What is the significance of buying copper utensils on Dhanteras? Know its benefits

Diwali preparations are going on in full swing across the country. Dhanteras is the first day of Diwali. This year Dhanteras is being celebrated on 22nd October. It is believed that buying utensils made of brass, copper and silver on Dhanteras brings luck and prosperity.

Dhanteras is celebrated on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik. The auspicious day is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Dhanvantari. According to mythology, Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda, was born with a kalash filled with the nectar of immortality, which is why people buy utensils on Dhanteras. Buying copper utensils has great religious significance, but did you know that these utensils also provide many health benefits.

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What are the health benefits of using copper utensils?

Drinking water in a copper bottle is considered a healthy practice. It is said that copper keeps our stomach cool and helps in improving digestion along with preventing many stomach related disorders. Some other health benefits associated with copper include:

Copper has antibiotic properties and helps kill harmful bacteria.

Helps in reducing body fat, which is why copper utensils are used for serving food.

Enhances the functioning of our digestive system.

Drinking copper vessel water regularly also reduces joint pain.

Using copper utensils for eating regularly helps in reducing the risk of heart diseases.

All these benefits make copper utensils perfect for everyday use, especially for drinking water and eating. Apart from the above health benefits, using copper utensils also ensures longevity.

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