Following veteran actor Paresh Rawal’s recent revelation about drinking his own urine to heal a knee injury, 90s sensation Anu Aggarwal, best known for her role in Aashiqui, has come forward with a similar claim. In a recent interaction with Instant Bollywood, Aggarwal stated that she also practices urine therapy, referring to it as “amrit” (elixir) and highlighting its purported anti-aging benefits. Â
Aggarwal explained that the practice, known as “Aamroli” in Yoga, is an important mudra (gesture or practice). “Many people don’t know this… whether it’s ignorance or just a lack of awareness, but drinking urine… is actually a mudra in Yoga. I’ve practiced it myself. I have tried it, and it’s a very important practice,” she asserted.
The actress further elaborated on the method, emphasizing that only a specific part of the urine stream is consumed. “One crucial thing to remember is that you don’t drink the entire urine. Only a specific part of it is consumed. That portion is considered amrit. It’s known to help with anti-aging, keeping your skin wrinkle-free; it’s truly amazing not just for health, but overall well-being. I’ve personally experienced its benefits.”
When questioned about the lack of scientific evidence supporting such claims, Aggarwal dismissed the relevance of modern science in this context. “How old is science? 200 years. Yog is 10,000 years old, so who would you listen to?” she questioned, firmly stating, “I definitely support this.”
Anu Aggarwal’s statements come just days after Paresh Rawal shared his experience of drinking his urine to recover from a knee injury he sustained during the filming of his earlier movie Ghatak. Rawal claimed that the unconventional advice came from the late action director Veeru Devgan, actor Ajay Devgn’s father. According to Rawal, following this practice for 15 days led to a surprisingly rapid recovery, astonishing his doctors.
However, Paresh Rawal’s claims were met with skepticism and strong warnings from the medical community. Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, a well-known liver specialist on social media, urged the public not to follow such practices, emphasizing the lack of scientific evidence and the potential health risks associated with consuming urine. He pointed out that urine is a waste product containing toxins and bacteria that the body eliminates.
Similarly, other health experts have echoed these concerns, stating that there is no scientific basis for the purported benefits of urine therapy and that it could potentially lead to infections and other health complications. Nephrologists have explained that drinking urine reintroduces waste products into the body, putting unnecessary strain on the kidneys.
Despite the medical skepticism, both Paresh Rawal and Anu Aggarwal stand by their experiences and beliefs in the potential benefits of urine therapy, citing traditional practices and personal anecdotes as evidence. Their statements have undoubtedly ignited a debate on the validity and safety of such alternative health practices.