What can you eat and what can you not eat during the fast of Sawan, these are 5 healthy options and enjoy this thing

Sawan Fasting Food: It is very important to choose healthy options so that the body does not become weak due to staying hungry for a long time. Let us know which things can be consumed during the fast of Sawan and which should be avoided.

Sawan Fasting Tips: The month of Sawan is considered very sacred and auspicious in Hinduism. During this time, Lord Shiva is specially worshipped and devotees keep fasts and worship him. But, during the fast, there is often confusion about food as to what can be eaten and what cannot. Also, it is very important to choose healthy options so that the body does not become weak due to staying hungry for a long time. Let us know what things can be consumed during the fast of Sawan, which should be avoided and what should be offered to Lord Shiva.

What can we eat during the fast?

Satvik food has special importance in the fast of Sawan. It means eating without onion, garlic, grains and tamasic food.

• Water chestnut flour, buckwheat flour and rajgira: These can be eaten during fasting. Paratha, chilla, puri or halwa can be made from these.
• Sabudana: Sabudana Khichdi, Sabudana Vada or Kheer are very popular and nutritious options during fasting.
• Milk and milk products: Like curd, cheese, buttermilk etc., not only cool the body but also provide energy.
• Fruits and dry fruits: Fruits like banana, apple, grapes, papaya can be eaten. Dry fruits like almonds, walnuts, lotus seeds also give strength to the body.
• Rock salt: Use rock salt instead of normal salt (rich in iodine) during fasting. It is light for digestion.

What should not be eaten during fasting?

• Grains: Rice, wheat, pulses etc. are not eaten during the fast.
• Onion and Garlic- These come under the Tamasik category and are prohibited during the fast.
• Readymade snacks and fast food: These contain oily, spicy and non-vegetarian elements which violate the sanctity of the fast.
• Spices: Avoid common salt, garam masala, asafoetida etc.
• Excessive consumption of tea and coffee: This can cause dehydration and acidity.

5 Healthy Options During Fasting That Will Keep You Fit

• Makhana and Peanut Bhujia: Good source of calcium and protein.
• Fruit Chaat: Rich in vitamins and fibre.
• Rajgira Cheela: High protein, gluten free and light.
• Sabudana Khichdi: Energy booster and light on the stomach.
• Paneer Tikki (in Rock Salt): Protein-rich and delicious.

Enjoy this thing

Lord Shiva is very fond of Panchamrit made of Bhaang, Belpatra, milk, curd, honey and Gangajal. On the day of the fast, offering plain milk, fruits and Belpatra to him is considered auspicious. Apart from this, white sweets like Rasgulla or Kheer can also be offered.

Fasting during Sawan is not just a spiritual practice but also an opportunity to detox the body. Eating right not only maintains energy but also keeps the mind calm and focused. So, adopt these healthy options and take full care of your health along with your devotion towards Lord Shiva.

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