Published 18:33 IST, October 16th 2019

Karwa Chauth: Tips to get through the entire day while fasting

Karwa Chauth is one of the most important festivals for Indian married woman. The fest is almost here and here are a few tips for the fasters to get through it.

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Karwa Chauth is one of biggest occasions for married women in India. During Karwa Chauth, wives and brides-to-be have to do a strict fast for whole day without any food and water. festival is just around corner and such strict fasting can be very difficult to pull off. Here are a few tips for a smoor fasting experience.

Tips for smoor fasting during Karwa Chauth

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  1. Do t overwork on day of fast. Make sure that you don’t exert your body and mind that day.
  2. Avoid spicy foods and heavy dinner night before fast. d fresh fruits like berries, bananas, pomegranate, and oranges to your Sargi.
  3. Make sure that you get eugh rest before having Sargi. Your body should be able to process food before you carry out your daily chores.
  4. During lunch hours and snack times, try distracting yourself. Talk to your colleagues, stroll around, watch something, listen to music, etc.
  5. Since your body is t used to such heavy fasting, it is rmal to feel dizzy and nauseous during fasting. Carry a bottle of water and a few candies wherever you go. Just in case, you cant continue with fast, se things will help you feel better.
  6. When breaking fast, rehydrate your body first. Drink at least one full glass of water.
  7. Avoid binge-eating as soon as you break fast. Go for a glass of fresh juice. d 50% juice and 50% water to make it easier for digestion.
  8. Prevent having acidic bevers since it will trigger your body’s acidity.
  9. Go for light and simple food rar than heavy, spicy or oily foods to make it easier for your stomach to digest it.  
  10. Do t pressurize yourself into getting through fast. Only continue with it, if your body can handle it. 

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12:08 IST, October 16th 2019