Mahashivratri: Here are Some Healthy Delicacies That you Definitely Try While Fasting

Are you gearing up for this widely celebrated Festival of Hindus- Mahashivratri? If yes then you must be busy chanting prayers, following traditions like fasting to show devotion to your dearly loved deity and often forget about your health. If you are one of those who are going for fasting, this Mahashivratri then let us tell you that picking up some healthy options to eat can save you from plenty of health glitches while fuelling up your energy levels so that you can perform the rituals properly. So, here we bring you some health-friendly, easy to make recipes that are super delicious and can easily amp up your nutritional profile.

• Sabudana Kheer: This creamy- milk kheer is made with the goodness of sabudana and crunchy nuts which make a must-have in your fasting menu. All you have to do is just soak the sabudana in water overnight and swap your sugar from the jaggery powder or honey and your perfect healthy and delicious kheer is all set to nurture your health goals. Do not forget to add some chopped nuts over them to enhance the nutritional profile.
• Thandai: This popular rich, frothy and satiating drink from Rajasthan is prepared from dry fruits, saffron, and milk and therefore it can make you feel fuller while fasting. Take some almonds, pistachios and cashew nuts and blend them all together. Once done, add milk with saffron in it and blend again. Your glass of heavenly drink is ready.
• The ABC smoothie: ABC (apple, beetroot and carrot) smoothie is the perfect option to include in your fasting menu. This smoothie is filled with heart-healthy nutrients and magnifies your energy levels like no other. All you have to do is blend these three ingredients together with some grated ginger, mint and lemon juice. This smoothie will keep you refreshed, nourished and energetic throughout the whole day.
• Coconut milk fruit custard: A very filling, healthy and lighter version of basic custard. All you need to do is make some fresh coconut milk at home, chop some fruits and cook it just like your regular custard. Don’t forget to add some Kesar, cardamom powder and chia seeds in it to make it more flavourful and nutrient-rich. You can add fruits like pomegranate, chopped apples, pears and bananas. Coconut milk when combined with the fruits helps in keeping you hydrated and nourished for a longer period of time while cutting down your consumption of unhealthy and fried foods.

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Try the above-written super delicious and nourishing recipes to make your fasting happy and healthy and let us know about how you keep yourself energetic and nourished while fasting?