The people of India always keep fasts on auspicious festivals for a certain period of time in a hope to fulfil their desires

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Devotees often follow the method of worshipping their Gods by abstaining from eating heavy food and drinks during the fasting period

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Fasting or vrat is broken by feasting on a spread of delicious dishes in huge quantities and in most cases, food eaten after fasting is often done from the bhog or the food offerings given to God

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However, it is always advisable to take light meals during the fasting period so that you do not feel sick later due to loss of energy

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Here are some of the food items that you can consume while on a fast-

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Fresh fruit salad : A salad of fresh fruits like apples, bananas and grapes are a great way to stop cravings for the regular delicious meals and keep on getting an energy boost for the fasting period

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Dry Fruits : A great way to munch on delicious snacks during the period of vrat is to have dry fruits that are not only tasty but also keeps drowsiness and weakness at bay

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Sabudana Khichdi : A bowl of sabudana khichdi is an ideal way of having a nutritious fasting period as it is a good source of energy, easy to digest and has a cooling effect on body

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Kuttu Paratha : Parathas or rotis made of buckwheat flour are not only nutritious but also tasty and many long period fasts like Navaratri is done with the help of this dish

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Sabudana Kheer : Fasting can also be done in a wholesome manner with your favourite desserts and sabudana kheer is a brilliant option for having a fun fasting period

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