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🚿 Post #28: Tadābīr-e-Ḥammām (Bathing & Hygiene in Unani Medicine) Assalāmu ʿAlaikum dear Tibbology Times family, Welcome once again! 🌿 Today, we explore a refreshing and essential principle in Unani preventive health — Tadābīr-e-Ḥammām , the art and science of bathing and hygiene. Unani scholars considered bathing not just for cleanliness, but as a therapeutic regimen that revitalizes the body, balances temperament, and promotes mental well-being. 📚 Classical Perspective Great scholars like Ibn Sīnā , Rāzī , and Jurjānī emphasized that: Bath softens tissues Improves circulation Cleanses pores Expels wastes through sweating Strengthens organs & nerves Bathing was considered a preventive and curative act — part of Hifzān-e-Sehat (health preservation). 🛁 Types of Bath in Unani Medicine Type Description Benefits Warm Bath Mild to moderately hot water Relieves fatigue, opens pores, improves digestion, helps joint pain Cold Bath ...

🏃‍♂️ Post #27: Tadābīr al-Riyāzat (Exercise & Physical Activity in Unani Medicine) Assalāmu ʿAlaikum dear Tibbology Times family, Welcome back! After learning about sleep and wakefulness, today we explore another essential pillar of health: Riyāzat (Exercise) in Unani medicine. Exercise is not only for building muscles — in the Unani view, it stimulates the natural heat (Harārat-e-Gharīziyah) , strengthens the organs, aids digestion, improves circulation, and maintains a balanced Mizāj . 📚 Classical Wisdom Great Hakims like Ibn Sīnā (Avicenna) taught that movement is key to: Strengthening physical faculties Expelling waste materials Enhancing mood & clarity of mind Increasing immunity and longevity Exercise is considered a preventive and therapeutic tool in Unani practice. 🧠 Types of Exercise in Unani Medicine Category Examples Purpose Light Riyāzat Walking, gentle stretching For elderly, weak or recovering patients Moderate Riyāza...