Navratri is a time for celebration, inner reflection, and spiritual awakening, and fasting is one of the most common ways to channel one’s energies toward the divine in various religions.
Many cultures throughout India celebrate Navratri with a lot of enthusiasm and unique traditional rituals. For example Durga Puja pandals in north-east, Kolu celebration in south, Garba in west and so on. Navratri is typically celebrated twice a year—during the spring (Vasant) and fall (Sharadiya)—the two major seasonal changes when our bodies become more susceptible to imbalances. During this seasonal shift, our doshas experience an internal variation, and by managing our food habits and lifestyle, we can improve our immunity and strength while detoxifying ourselves—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
In this blog, we will explore why fasting during Navratri is recommended by Ayurveda, how it impacts our health, and how we can optimize the benefits of fasting.