Menstrual Hygiene Day: Expert debunks 5 myths about menstrual hygiene and health prevalent in Nepal

There are many social taboos and myths relating to menstruation in Nepal. For instance, it is believed that when a menstruating woman touches a plant, it dies. Likewise, they are considered impure and thus untouchable, they are restricted to touch male members of the family, go to the kitchen and worship room, temples and a lot more.

Such myths have been brought into discourse time and again through various media platforms. However, there are some more misconceptions, especially regarding menstrual health and hygiene, which are barely talked about.