Karwa Chauth 2024: The fast of Karva Chauth is most special for married women. On this day, wives keep fast for their husbands so that they and their husbands can have a happy married life. Before observing the fast of Karva Chauth, there is a ritual of Sargi, in which the woman observing the fast eats good and nutritious food before starting the fast so that she does not feel hungry throughout the day. If you are also going to observe the fast of Karva Chauth and are worried about what to eat during Sargi, then we are telling you about 5 such superfoods, eating which will make your fast easier.
What is Sargi?
Sargi is the food eaten before the start of Karva Chauth fast i.e. before sunrise. Which is a blessing from the mother-in-law or elders as a sign and to make their fast successful. Mother-in-law gives satvik and nutritious things to eat in the sargi plate. Like nuts, fruits and milk.
Mother-in-law must give these 5 things to her daughters-in-law in Sargi thali.
1. Dry Fruits
Nuts are rich in vitamins, proteins and minerals. Eating a handful of nuts will keep you energetic the whole day. You will not feel weak by eating nuts. The best way to eat them is to soak them in water overnight and then eat them in sargi in the morning. You can eat almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts and raisins.
2. Fresh fruits
Fruits work to maintain antioxidants and hydration in the body. Water is not drunk during the Karva Chauth fast, so consuming some healthy fruits in the morning Sargi will keep you full of energy throughout the day and will also reduce your thirst.
3. Milk and Dairy Products
Dairy products contain good fats. Milk will give you nutrition and also strength to remain energetic throughout the day. Eating milk and milk products will not cause you much trouble on the day of fasting. You can make makhana or sago kheer with milk and eat it. If you do not like to drink milk then you can drink buttermilk or lassi.
4. Coconut Water
Coconut water is rich in hydration and electrolytes. By drinking coconut water the body gets zinc, magnesium and phosphorus. All these nutrients will help in removing your fatigue. Besides, it also provides energy.
5. Cereals
Although some people do not eat grains during Sargi, you can consume some fasting grains which will help in keeping your stomach full. You can eat roti or puri made of buckwheat flour. If you want, you can make parathas by adding cheese to buckwheat flour and eat them. Also, by eating grains there will be no shortage of fiber in your body.
FIRST PUBLISHED: October 2, 2024, 16:38 IST
