Navratri 2023 Vrat Rules For Pregnant Women: Dos and Don’ts to Follow

Navratri 2023 Fasting Rules For Pregnant Women: It is important for pregnant women to check the do’s and don’ts.

Navratri 2023 Fasting Tips For Pregnant Women: The nine-day festival has begun and since today is the 2nd, we want to highlight the health benefits of fasting. However, in the case of pregnancy, the woman should avoid fasting since it is not advisable to eat only one meal a day. It’s not good for the baby. Only if her doctor allows her to fast, then she alone should consider it.

Fasting Tips for Pregnant Women – Two:

1. Eat every two hours and remember to balance macronutrients and micronutrients.
2. Keep hydrated! Drink coconut water for half the day.
3. Whole grains provide energy and fiber, so it is recommended to include buckwheat, sabudana, millet and ragi in the diet.
4. Include fruits, salad, milk and nuts in your diet. One can start the day with these fruits.
5. Eat baked chips or a mix of nuts (almonds/raisins/walnuts).
6. Opt for bicolor skimmed milk on an empty stomach, it will keep you active.

Fasting Tips for Pregnant Women – Don’ts:

1. Long hours of fasting are not recommended for women who are pregnant. It affects the development of the baby.
2. You can avoid unhealthy snacks like chips as they are full of salt.
3. You can avoid pumpkin fudge as it is loaded with sugar.
4. Avoid puris and fried items, go for roasted makhana as they are loaded with antioxidants.
5. Avoid whole milk, as it can cause lethargy.
6. Pregnant women with conditions such as diabetes, anemia, and high blood pressure should avoid fasting.

Pregnant women should be very careful if they decide to adopt the Navratri fast as not only the mother but also the fetus require nutrients through a healthy diet.