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according to the article, why did doctors in ancient india recommend that people massage their bodies with oil?
a. they believed it would relieve stress and that the oils would help people get a good nights sleep.
b. they claimed it would lead to softer skin and that the oils would rid the body of impurities.
c. they claimed it increased the appetite and that the oils would clean out dirty pores.
d. they believed it controlled body odor and that the oils would leave skin glossy looking

Explanation:

In ancient Indian medical - practices, oil massage was thought to make skin softer and remove impurities from the body. There is no information in the question - context about stress - relief, sleep, appetite, body - odor control related to oil massage.

Answer:

B. They claimed it would lead to softer skin and that the oils would rid the body of impurities.