Chhath Puja 2024.Image credit source: unsplash/Dibakar Roy
Tremendous joy is seen regarding the Chhath festival. Chhath fast is observed twice a year, in which one Chhath festival (which falls on Chaitra) falls and the other Chhath festival falls on Kartik. After Diwali, there are many celebrations on Chhath which fall on Kartik. This festival is very important for the people of Bihar while this Chhath festival is known all over the country and all over the world. Although this grand festival lasts for three days, the main puja is performed on the day of Shashthi and during this period a long Nirjala fast of about 36 hours is observed, so utmost care must be taken in everything from food to food. .
This year, the grand festival of Chhath will begin on November 5 and the main Shashthi Tithi will be worshiped on November 7, while on November 8 the fast will be broken after offering water to the rising sun. It is very difficult to observe a Nirjala fast of 36 hours duration and during this period fatigue and weakness may occur due to lack of water and nutrients in the body. However, if some things are not taken into account, health can deteriorate.
Do not hydrate the body before fasting
After the start of Chhath fast, not even a drop of water is taken in the mouth until Parana, so it is very important to prepare the body before fasting. If the body is not kept hydrated, it can lead to severe water deficiency in the body and this can soon lead to problems like feeling faint, dizziness, fainting, etc. Before fasting, continue to drink plenty of water, drink healthy fluids and also include coconut water in your diet.
eat heavy food
Kharna is performed before the start of the fast and after this the fast begins. Although very light foods are prepared during this time, try not to use too many spices and oil. Do not eat too heavy food after breaking the fast, otherwise it may cause problems such as indigestion and bloating.
do not eat balanced foods
If you want to maintain a Chhath fast, before that it is important to include foods in your diet that will give you energy during the fast. Therefore, before starting the fast, consume nuts, fruits and vegetables. If you do not eat a balanced diet and eat unhealthy things before fasting, there is a fear that your health will deteriorate. In addition to this, avoid eating too many sweets before fasting.
Keep these things in mind during fasting.
During the Chhath festival, a lot of work is done amidst the preparations related to the puja. In such a situation, try to complete most of the work in advance so as not to get too stressed during the fast. Apart from this, avoid excessive running and heavy work. Get enough sleep. Avoid going out in the sun and try to avoid talking too much during this time. This will save you energy and make you feel fit. This way, stay healthy during Chhath fast by keeping the little things in mind.
