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Navratri 2023: Why Consume Sattvic Food on Navratri, Know Its Benefits


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Ahmedabad. 14 October 2023 Saturday

The festival of Autumn Navratri is about to begin. During these auspicious 9 days devotees fast to Mother Durga. Some people fast only for 2 days while some people fast for 9 days. During these 9 days some people do not fast but eat sattvic food. Some people also avoid onion, garlic, root vegetables, tea, coffee. Fasting people avoid eating grains, salt, vegetables. During Navratri, people prefer to consume rice, ragi, sabudana, shingoda flour etc. This food item is sattvic as well as beneficial for health. Rich in fiber, protein, essential vitamins and minerals, this sattvic meal can flush out toxins and nourish the body well.

Benefits of sattvic food during Navratri

1. Necessary to detoxify the body

Sattvic food is generally bland, easy to digest, free of excess spices and fat. This helps in detoxifying the body and relaxing the digestive system.

2. Keeps the body energetic throughout the day

Sattvic food is rich in natural nutrients. Consuming such food items provides continuous energy throughout the day and helps in maintaining energy in the body.

3. Keeps the mind calm

The simplicity of sattvic food promotes mental clarity and reduces mental turmoil. This can be especially beneficial during times of meditation and prayer.

4. Balance diet

Sattvic meals often include a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and dairy products. This can help maintain a balanced nutritional intake during the fasting period.

5. Improve digestion

Sattvic meals are generally easier on the digestive system, which can be helpful during fasting when the digestive process can slow down. It can avoid discomfort or digestive problems.

6. Emotional stability

Sattvic food is believed to have a calming effect on the mind, which can help a person maintain emotional stability and reduce stress or anxiety during fasting.

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