Actress Mahhi Vij has made a name for herself in the Hindi television industry due to her versatile performances. Having essayed the role of Nakusha in the serial Laagi Tujhse Lagan, she soon became a household name because of her participation in various reality shows. Married to Jay Bahnushali, the actress recently opened up about her decision to quit coffee, aerated drinks, and alcohol around 6 months ago.
During a conversation with Filmygyan, Mahhi spoke about experiencing major anxiety issues and how she learnt the importance of self-love. Quoted by the Free Press Journal, she said, “I have major anxiety issues because I'm an overthinker. I have quit coffee, I've also been asked to quit tea. I used to drink alcohol as well. There's no harm in drinking when you go out with friends. But it's been six months that I have quit drinking because it triggers anxiety.”
The 42-year-old actress went on to add that coffee, alcohol, and aeriated drinks should be a complete “no-no” as not oly does it trigger anxiety, but also heart and live issued. She explained, “When you drink alcohol, you play with your brain and one day you won't realise your brain will play with you.” While the caffeine gives a kick it should be completely out of the body.
Shedding light on her experiencing anxiety, Vij stated that it happened after her mami (her maternal uncle’s wife) passed away at the age of 48 due to cardiac arrest. The untimely passing came as a shock to her family as everyone was close to her. She added, “I was depressed after her death. I went to a doctor and I was asked to give up coffee and alcohol.” she went on to add that women should not wait for their husbands to take them to the doctors.
Mahhi stated, “I feel self care is very important. We should not wait for our husbands or parents to take us to the doctor. Just get up and go if you feel you need to see a doctor.”
Over the years, Mahhi Vij has been a part of many television serials and reality shows. She is currently busy raising her and Jay Bhanushali’s daughter Tara.
Image Source: Instagram