Consume these Healthy Fasting Foods for Navratri.

Navratri is a time for both celebration and fasting. During these nine days dedicated to Goddess Durga, many communities across India refrain from consuming alcohol, onion, garlic, or non-vegetarian food, and some restrict their diet even more severely.

Although most people fast for spiritual purification during this time, there is also a scientific explanation. Navratri falls during the changing seasons, when the body's immunity is low and people are more susceptible to illness. The best way to prepare your body for the transition is to avoid rich foods and detox with ingredients that are light, easy-to-digest, and high in nutrients such as protein and fibre.

While these ingredients are beneficial to health, the preparation style of traditional Navratri fast food is not. Avoid deep-fried or sugary delicacies like Kuttu Ki Puri, Sabudana Vada, potato chips, Makhane Ki Kheer, and other sweets. It is advised that you consume protein-rich fruits, nuts, and low-fat dairy. What's incredible is that nature has done the majority of the work for us. During Navratri, the seasonal fruits are the healthiest options available.

1.Kuttu Atta

Kuttu atta, or buckwheat flour, is high in fibre, which aids in body detoxification. Proteins, B-complex vitamins, and minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, and manganese are also abundant.

Buckwheat's fatty acids help to regulate blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol. Puris are traditionally made from Kuttu flour. Make rotis out of these puris by giving them a healthy twist. You can also add boiled and mashed sweet potato for binding.

2. Sabudana

Sabudana is a high-carbohydrate food that provides a much-needed energy boost during fasts. It is also easy to digest and has a cooling effect on the body.

Despite its low fat and protein content, it can be combined with other ingredients such as milk and nuts to make kheer, payasam, gruel, or vegetables, and with peanuts to make sabudana khichdi. If you keep the fat under control, it can be a healthy option.

3. Samak Chawal

Samak chawal can be used in place of rice because when cooked, it tastes almost identical to broken brown rice. As a result, it is known as sanwa rice. It gives you energy and is high in fibre, B-complex vitamins, and mineral deposits like iron and magnesium.

It is also said to be high in phytochemicals, which aid in cholesterol reduction. Have you ever combined it with dahi and peanut kadhi? It serves as a complete meal when served with carrot sticks or cucumber on the side.

4. Rajgira

Amaranth grain, also known as rajgira, is high in protein, manganese, iron, and phosphorus. During the fast, it is either puffed or used as flour. Rajgira chikki is a popular sweet dish that can satisfy your sweet tooth. As a filling breakfast, try making a roti with rajgira flour or puffed amaranth porridge with nuts.

5. Singhara Atta

Water chestnut flour, as well as known as singhara atta, is made from ground water chestnuts that have been dried. Singhara ka Atta is high in minerals and vitamins. It contains a lot of vitamin B and potassium. It also has a high concentration of antioxidants. The best way to consume singhara atta is to make rotis with it. Dhoklas can also be made with singhara atta.