“Using Saliva in Eyes – Ancient Belief or Dangerous Habit?”
đŋ English Version: Title: “Using Saliva in Eyes – Ancient Belief or Dangerous Habit?” Understanding the Idea Across many cultures, especially in rural areas or traditional healing practices, people have believed that saliva has natural healing powers. Some use it to treat small wounds, insect bites, or even eye irritation. The idea of using a very, very, very slight amount of saliva in the eyes three or five times a day has been heard in some old remedies. But does it really help? Or can it harm your eyes? Let’s understand this deeply. --- 1. Why People Believe in Saliva as Medicine Saliva is often seen as a “natural antiseptic.” It contains enzymes like lysozyme and peroxidase, which can break down bacteria. Early humans used saliva instinctively — when we get a cut, we often lick it. That habit gave rise to a cultural idea: “If saliva heals wounds, maybe it can heal other parts too — even eyes.” Some traditional healers still claim that morning saliva (before brushing) c...