Sawan Somwar 2024: The auspicious month of Sawan started from 22nd July this year. Every year, devotees celebrate the month of Sawan with a lot of devotion and dedication. This auspicious month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This year, the month of Sawan will be celebrated for 29 days and will end on 19th August. Sawan Somwars are the Mondays that fall during this month – devotees fast on these auspicious Mondays to please Lord Shiva and seek his blessings. Auspicious events are also celebrated during this month.
The first Sawan Somwar of this year is celebrated today (July 22). Every Sawan Somwar is special and auspicious. Devotees wake up early and dedicate milk, honey and water to Shiva Linga and worship the Lord. They also recite Shiva mantras and narrate the story of Samudra Manthan and how Lord Shiva saved everyone by drinking the deadly poison that appeared during the churning of the ocean.
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As we observe the fast of the first Sawan Somwar of this year, here are some mistakes we should avoid to stay healthy.
Garlic onion:
During this month of Sawan, all kinds of tamasic foods should be avoided. Onion, garlic, eggs and other non-vegetarian foods should be strictly avoided.
Fried foods:
Fasting helps in detoxifying the body and boosting the digestive system. When we consume fried foods like namkeens and other snacks, we may suffer from stomach problems, which makes us weak and unfit.
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Sugar:
When we fast, it is natural for the body to crave sugar. Sugar consumption is not restricted while fasting for Sawan Somwar. However, consuming too much sugar while fasting can raise the body’s insulin levels and make us sick.
Eat excessively:
While it is natural to feel hungry after breaking the fast and indulge in food, we must be careful not to end up overeating as it can lead to several health problems. The month of Sawan is all about observing peace, devotion and calm; falling ill can ruin our concentration.
Hungry:
Fasting and starving are two completely different things. It is a common thought that in order to stay fasted, we must starve the body. However, the truth is that while we are fasting, we must provide the body with the necessary nutrients to stay fit and healthy.
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