Navratri 2019 Fasting Tips: How to Observe Sharad Navratri Vrat for Nine Days While Staying Healthy and Energetic
Fasting can be a great way to detox your body but going without food for long hours can make you feel extremely exhausted at the same time. Follow these fasting tips to stay in the best of your health and happiness this Navratri.
Navratri is upon us and we know that you are really excited about garba. But from where do you get the energy for dancing and dandiya when you are fasting all day? By following a few rules, you will be able to sail through the nine days with ease while being in your energetic best. So whether you are fasting for religious reasons or just want to lose those extra kilos, make sure that you do it the healthy way. Are you making note of these tips?
Skip the Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana khichdi has almost become like the quintessential part of fasting days. It is one of those things you are 'allowed' to eat. This navratri, skip the sabudana as it is loaded with carbs and can be very heavy to digest. Instead, toss paneer with some peanuts and seedha namak to curb your cravings. Paneer is not only delicious but it will fill you up with protein and give your required dose of calcium too.
Avoid Fried Meals Between Long Gaps
Ditch those namkeens for a delicious fruit salad or some roasted makhanas or dry fruits for snacks. Fried foods between long gaps can not only build acidity but also kill your metabolism. So keep those suran chips out of your sight. Fasting is Good for Health! Know Why?
Add Leafy Greens to Your Boiled Potato
If you're going to eat boiled potato for its high carbohydrate content, make it fibre rich by mixing green leafy vegetables like spinach, bottle gourd, and cabbage. This will help you keep full and satiated.
Keep Fasting Periods Short
When you fast for an extended period, your metabolism slows down. So if it is your choice, try not to fast for more than eight hours. Short, restricted periods of fasting won’t hinder your body’s calorie-burning ability, and may even increase your burn. Navaratri Fasting Tips: How To Observe Vrat on Navratri If You Have Diabetes, BP, Heart Diseases or Menses.
Do Not Over Eat
After restricting from food all day, it can be tempting to break your fast by eating a huge meal. However, breaking your fast with a feast could leave you feeling bloated and tired. Focus on portion control even on fasting days.
Load Up On Water
Fasting for long hours can make you extremely dehydrated which in turn can make you feel tired and dizzy. Drinking additional water will help you deal with the light-headedness and stress during fast. Aim to drink at least ten glasses of water when you are fasting.
Do Low-Intensity Workouts
If you are fasting, go for low-intensity workouts like walking, mild yoga, gentle stretching where you do not have to spend all your energy. If you still feel exhausted or struggle while fasting, skip working out and give proper rest to your body.
Meditate
When you avoid eating during fasts, it can be a bit difficult to deviate your mind from hunger. Meditation is a low-intensity activity, which will help in distracting your mind from those hunger pangs and make your fast days easier. How to Meditate, The Steps and Benefits of Dhyana.
Lastly, swear by a fruit this Navratri. A bowl full of mixed fruit salad is not just a rich source of nutrients but also boosts your metabolism. Happy Navratri, you guys!
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