Aranjanam

A traditional practice being followed even today by many women and men, it is believed wearing Aranjanam protects against negative energy.

In Tamil Nadu, it is known as 'Araijan Kodi' and 'Aranjana Charadu' in Kerala , It is made of gold, silver, or thick thread in red or black and wears it under clothes and usually keeps it on all the time, even when nude.

[6] Aranjana Charadu (Malayalam: അരഞ്ഞാണ ചരട് Tamil: ரைஞாண் கயிறு Telugu: మొలతాడు) is a sacred thread that tied around the waist of men, women and children.

This is a traditional custom that has been followed from ages and it is believed tying the thread around the waist is the sign of protection from evil spirits.

In earlier times, when scientific explanations were not readily available, people relied on religious and cultural practices to maintain their well-being.

According to Indian mythology, it is believed that one must never remain nude from birth till death and wearing a thread on waist the effect of nudity on body gets nullified.

Also, in ancient people believed waist thread (Aranjana Charadu) have many health benefits such as promote growth of strong and healthy genitals prevents diseases like hernia ,helps in development of healthy bones, keep weight and waist size under control by improving digestion, and improve fertility.