Sawan Fasting Diet: Do not eat these 5 things even by mistake in Sawan, there is a risk of stomach upset to deteriorating health; Know what to eat and what not to eat

Lucknow. One of the most sacred months of the Hindu calendar Sawan (Sawan 2026) Has started. During this entire month, along with worshiping Lord Shiva, special attention is paid to fasting and purity. According to a special religious and health report of Zee News, many strict dietary rules have been given in the scriptures as well as in Ayurveda and modern science regarding eating habits in the month of Saavan.

In this season, the rainy season is at its peak, due to which our digestive system becomes very weak. In such a situation, wrong eating habits can not only hinder your worship, but can also make you seriously ill. Let us know which things should be completely avoided in the month of Sawan and which satvik things should be included in your diet.

What not to eat in Saavan? (Forbidden things and scientific reasons)

1. Green leafy vegetables (Palak, Methi, Cabbage): In the scriptures, eating green vegetables in the month of Sawan is completely prohibited. From a scientific point of view, due to continuous rain in this season, insects and harmful bacteria start growing in the vegetables, which causes stomach infection and diarrhea.

2. Brinjal: Eating brinjal in Saavan is considered religiously impure. At the same time, according to Ayurveda, brinjal is most likely to be infested with insects during the monsoon season, which increases Vata dosha.

3. Garlic and Onion (Tamasic Foods): The month of Saavan is considered completely Satvik. Garlic and onion are kept in the category of tamasic food, which increase heat in the body and mental restlessness. Therefore, they should be completely avoided during this month of worship.

4. Non-Veg & Alcohol: Consuming non-veg and alcohol in the month of Sawan is considered a great sin. Apart from this, the breeding season of organisms occurs during the rainy season, due to which the risk of eating infected meat increases. During this period it is very difficult to digest heavy food.

5. Limited use of dairy products (milk and curd): There is a rule to offer raw milk only to Shivling in Saavan, one should avoid drinking it. The fodder that cattle graze during this season may contain fungus and insects, which directly affects the milk. Consumption of curd is also considered taboo because it increases Vata.

What to eat in Saavan? (Satvik and safe option)

If you are observing fast on Monday of Sawan or want to eat pure food even on normal days, then include the following things:

• Fresh Fruits and Juices: Eat seasonal fruits like apple, banana, papaya, pomegranate and kiwi. These provide instant energy to the body and are also light for digestion.

• Fasting grains: Khichdi, puri or halwa can be made using buckwheat flour, water chestnut flour, sago and sama rice.

• Use of rock salt: Instead of normal iodine salt, use only rock salt in food, which controls blood pressure and is easily digestible for the stomach.

• Dry Fruits and Makhana: By eating roasted cashews, almonds, walnuts and makhana, the body gets adequate amount of protein and fiber, which prevents feeling hungry again and again.

Experts say that it is very important to keep the body hydrated during Sawan, so keep consuming lukewarm water, coconut water or lemon water. By following these rules, you will be able to take full advantage of devotion to Mahadev by staying physically healthy in the month of Sawan.