Most people observe a day-long fast on the day of Krishna Janmashtami. Many people make and eat a variety of sweet dishes including Paag throughout the day. You will hardly find a house where Mewa Paag, Giri Paag and Dhaniya Panjiri are not made. If one keeps in mind these five things suggested by this doctor, he can eat endless nuts and celebrate this special day well.
According to the doctor, after fasting all day and participating in festivities, people often reach hospitals with health problems. So it is better to take precautions beforehand.
Choose the right dessert
Although the significance of Janmashtami is incomplete without sweets, eating it in excess can be harmful. Sweets can not only cause an imbalance in blood sugar levels but can also lead to other health problems. It is better to eat sweets made of milk instead of eating sweets made of ghee during the festival. This is because sweets made of milk have a low glycemic index and cause less harm to our body.
Avoid fried foods during the fast
After the fast, eating fried items like puri, pakwan, pakodas should be avoided at all costs as it increases the risk of obesity and heart problems. Fried food not only increases calories but can also cause dehydration and stomach problems like constipation.
Limit the amount of food you eat during the fast
We often overeat during festivals. We keep eating something or the other even during fasting. Many times we eat too much in the evening after staying hungry for hours in the morning. This can cause stomach problems. Therefore, one needs to control the amount of food he eats.
Maintain a balanced diet
Be it fasting or any other, one should not forget to include all the nutrients in their diet. We should make sure to include foods like fruits, vegetables, proteins and milk in our diet.
Stay hydrated
We should not forget to drink water while being immersed in the festivities throughout the day. Drinking enough water keeps our body hydrated and we can enjoy Janmashtami without any trouble.
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