‘It’s a little bit of OCD’: Kajol shares Ajay Devgn’s morning routine

The 51-year-old continued, “He is like, before I leave the house, I must do this. So, it’s a little bit of OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). I wouldn’t say it’s a funny habit, but it’s OCD.”

Taking a cue from her candid confession, let’s understand how a morning routine where you wake up “super early” to kickstart your day helps.

Establishing a morning routine, where you begin the day with practices such as drinking water, can provide both physiological and psychological benefits, said consultant dietitian Garima Goyal.

Do you also start your mornings slowly with some coffee? (Photo: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

Goyal added that hydrating first thing in the morning supports digestion, helps the body flush out metabolic waste after the overnight fast, and jumpstarts bowel movements. “Certain ingredients added to water—such as lemon, fennel, or herbal infusions—may give a gentle antioxidant or digestive boost, but more importantly, the act of consuming them creates a ritual that signals the body it is time to transition into an active state,” said Goyal.

Beyond the physical effects, routines have a powerful impact on mental health.

Goyal mentioned that following a predictable sequence every morning, whether it is drinking water, stretching, or simply preparing for the day, reduces decision fatigue and gives a sense of control. “This mental clarity helps lower stress, improves focus, and sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. When someone repeatedly practices this, it conditions both the body and the mind to perform better throughout daily tasks,” said Goyal.

In that sense, the discipline of sticking to a morning routine is often more impactful than the drink itself, added Goyal.

DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.