In a world obsessed with quick fixes and high-tech solutions, sometimes the most powerful healing comes from the simplest acts — like rubbing oil on the soles of your feet before bed.

This age-old practice, passed down through generations in South Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa, is more than just a bedtime ritual.
It’s a holistic wellness tradition believed to promote deep sleep, relieve pain, boost circulation, and even support vision and mental clarity.

And while modern science is only beginning to explore its mechanisms, countless personal stories suggest there’s more to this practice than folklore.