Often, despite our best efforts, healthy diet and all kinds of comforts, we feel heaviness at home. Stress over small things, lethargy among family members, and constant, unexplained restlessness are signs that the energy in your home is deteriorating.
But have you ever wondered what is the real reason for this negativity? The answer lies not in any external force, but in your own home. In fact, we often unknowingly keep dangerous or poisonous things in our homes – things that cause serious *Vastu* defects (as per both science and *Vastu Shastra*) and silently destroy your health and peace of mind. Let us know about ten hidden dangerous things and the *Vastu* defects caused by them, which are spoiling the environment of your home:
1. Medicines lying around
*Vastu* defect: Leaving medicines scattered randomly in the house or on the dining table brings illness and trouble. According to *Vastu*, it means that the energy flow in the house is towards disease and negativity. This makes it seem as if the house is a hospital room.
Remedy: Always keep medicines in a safe and designated first-aid box.
2. Acid and toilet cleaner bottles
*Vastu* defect: Keeping acid and toilet cleaner open or in the wrong place – whether in the bathroom or in any other part of the house – increases the negative effects of *Rahu* and *Ketu*. These things rapidly reduce the positive energy of the house and cause mental unrest.
Solution: Always keep these products away from main living areas and kitchens. 3. Phenyl and Fast Cleaner
Vaastu Dosha: Strong smell of liquids containing phenyl or strong chemicals creates Vaastu Dosha associated with instability and mental stress inside the house. This increases irritability and differences of opinion among family members.
Remedy: Return these products to their designated, covered locations immediately after use.
4. Pesticides and poisonous chemicals
Vaastu Dosha: Keeping dangerous chemicals used to ward off cockroaches, rats or mosquitoes in an open place or in the wrong direction leads to problems related to fear, accidents and hostility. This creates a strange feeling of fear and constant mental restlessness among the family members. Remedy: Always keep them in airtight containers, away from the reach of children and in the south-west direction or some faraway corner.
5. Very bright bulbs and lights
Vaastu Dosha: Balance of light is considered important in Vaastu Shastra. Too bright or flickering lights create doshas associated with *Pitta* and anger (imbalance of the Agni element), leading to increased aggression in the home’s occupants and problems like headaches or insomnia.
Solution: Keep lighting balanced and calm, and use only as much light as is necessary.
6. Artificial air freshener
Vaastu defect: Use of chemical air fresheners instead of natural fragrances spoils the natural energy of the house. According to Vastu, these artificial fragrances create confusion and lethargy, which adversely affects the ability to work.
Remedy: Use incense, camphor or natural plants to purify the air at home. 7. Too much plastic stuff
Vaastu defects: According to Vaastu, plastic is an insulator of energy. Accumulation of plastic boxes, bottles and bags in the house creates obstacles in the way of wealth and progress (this is a defect that leads to financial problems). It takes away the enthusiasm and enthusiasm from the home and creates a feeling of despair. Even from scientific point of view, plastic is very harmful for health.
Remedy: Increase use of glass, steel or copper utensils instead of plastic utensils.
8. Non-stick cookware
Vaastu Dosh: In the kitchen, the element of fire and food is directly associated with Goddess Annapurna and the health of the person. When the chemical coating (Teflon) on non-stick cookware heats up, the toxic substances released from it contaminate the pure energy of the kitchen, which has a negative impact on the health and well-being of the family.
Remedy: Give preference to the use of brass, bronze, iron or steel utensils.
Solutions and Vastu Remedies:
These seemingly small things are constantly polluting the air and energy of your home; Although their effects are not visible to the naked eye, they have a deep impact on your life.
There should be a designated place for all such harmful and poisonous things in the house. It is best to keep a separate box or cabinet made of wood or iron in a corner of the house – away from the kitchen and bedroom – and keep all these things safe in it.