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Navratri: The importance of these nine days
Navratri–or the nine sacred days–mark the beginning of the new year according to Hinduism. Celebrated with fervour and festivity all over north India, and every Hindu community the world over, these nine days are dedicated to Maa Durga (Goddess of Victory of Good over Evil) and her nine avatars.
The significant story associated with Navratri is the battle that took place between Goddess Durga and demon Mahishasura, who represents egotism. All the nine days of the festival are dedicated to each distinct avatar of the goddess; and each of these days has a significant colour attached to it, which devotees are expected to wear while taking part in the festivities. So, we’ve tried to break it down in easier terms for you:
The nine avatars of Durga and the colours of each avatar:
SHAILPUTRI: The colour of the first day is red–it depicts action and vigour.
BRAHMCHARINI: The colour of the second day is royal blue, since it’s synonymous with a calm-yet-powerful energy.
CHANDRAGHANTA: The colour of the day is yellow.
KUSHMUNDA: The colour of the day is green.
SKAND MATA: The colour of the day is grey, it indicates the vulnerability of a mother who can turn into a storm cloud when the need arises to protect her child.
KATYAYANI: Dressed in orange, she exhibits immense courage. Hence, the colour of the day is orange.
KALRATRI: The colour of the day is white.
MAHA GAURI: The colour of the day is pink, denoting hope and a fresh start.
SIDDHIDATRI: The colour of the day is sky blue, representing wonderment about the beauty of nature.
Celebrated twice a year, the first Navratri that falls in the month of March or April is known as Chaitra Navratri. Most devotees of goddess Durga observe a fast for nine days, though some observe it for only two days. During the fast, one is meant to abstain from everyday grains like wheat, but can consume fruits, milk, tea, coffee, potatoes and one meal of sago food preparations–such as kuttu (singhada) atta and special rice. Instead of regular table salt, sendha (sea) salt is used for cooking.
Food eaten during Navratri:
* Fried or boiled potatoes
* Kadhi prepared with kuttu atta and sea salt
* Aloo tikki
* Banana chips
* Makhane ki sabzi
* Fruits and fruit juices
* Sabudana kheer
* Curd
* Lassi
* Kuttu atta roti with kaddu sabzi or aloo sabzi
ily foods, spicy dishes, fried fares… Done it all and regretting it? If you’re suffering from acid reflux, you probably know what to eat and what to avoid. But is there anything to relieve you from such digestive issues? Well, there are certain drinks for acidity to improve your digestive health, if you consume them regularly.
Ready to find out? Let’s go!
In an Instagram video, nutritionist and health coach Neha Ranglani has suggested that to calm your acid reflux, you need to help your food get digested well. This can be done by improving your stomach acid production and healing your stomach cells. And these drinks that she has suggested, can help with just that, allowing you to digest your food well without the burn.
Here are 6 drinks for acidity:
1. Cucumber juice
Cucumber is a favourite salad ingredient in summer because of its cooling properties. Consuming cucumber juice can be really beneficial for relievingacid reflux because it is highly nutritious as it provides your body with both fibre and water which is needed for better digestion and has a low calorie volume. What’s more? It can also keep you full and help you avoid reaching out to junk foods!
2. Lemon water
Lemon can do you a world of good! Being rich in vitamin C and B and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium—drinking lemon water regularly will not only help you burn fat but will resolve your digestive issues such as acidity. Moreover, lemon water contains laxative properties that can help improve your bowel movements and clear toxins from the body, keeping you hydrated.
3. Ginger water
Ginger aka adrak, is a very well known ingredient that has been used for ages to help relieve acidity and gas. Also, if you are facing digestive issues due to overeating or undigested food, consuming ginger water can help in emptying your stomach. You can also consume it by adding it to soups, subzi or curry, and even tea. Remember that you’re not allowed to consume ginger in excess amounts.
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