Shardiya Navratri Fast 2023: Shardiya Navratri has started from tomorrow i.e. 15 October. During this time, many people observe a fast for 9 days and consume only fruits and water throughout the day. This can cause gas and acidity problems. This happens especially because there is a sudden change in people’s diet. In this, onion, garlic, spices and grains are not eaten for 9 days, due to which metabolism also starts increasing. The digestive system is also greatly affected by fasting. This causes trigger problems. If you are also fasting for 9 days of Navratri, then you will have to take care of some special things, so that there is no problem in observing the fast.
Drink coconut water in the morning
During Navratri fast, one should drink coconut water on an empty stomach after waking up in the morning. Consuming it relieves the problem of acidity and gas. The best thing about coconut water is that it helps in reducing the balance of gas and acidity in the stomach. Besides, along with removing water deficiency, it also keeps the digestive system healthy. This does not cause acidity and gas problems. It helps in getting rid of the problem of constipation.
Avoid consuming too much tea and coffee (Do not drink too much tea and coffee)
During fasting, most people keep drinking tea or coffee again and again to drive away laziness and sleep. Due to this you may have acidity and gas problems. It is believed that when you consume such things in excess, the catechin found in it increases the acidity of bile juice. Due to this, the problem of gas acidity starts. Therefore, try to consume at least these things during the fasting period.
Start your morning like this
If you have to fast for 9 days of Navratri, then the problem of gas and acidity may bother you more. To avoid this, chew mint leaves first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Consuming these things will not break your fast. Besides, the problem of acidity and gas will also be eliminated. Along with consuming these things, mix sugar candy in mint and grind it. Then eat with this juice. You will feel cool in the stomach and will get relief from stomach related problems.
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Disclaimer: This news is based on general information. Before implementing these methods and suggestions, definitely consult the concerned expert.
