Makhana is also known as gorgon nuts, fox nut is actually the seed of a water plant called prickly water lily or gorgon which is not Lotus. It is the only food among all the food for fasting, that is not just high in carbohydrates but also in protein. It can be cooked in salty and sweet […]
Why during fasting seeds and roots are consumed?
Photo source credit: Google Images Fasting is abstinence. Abstaining from alcohol, nonveg and certain food increases one’s will power and concentration. Proper fasting helps in cleansing the toxins that build up in the body. If you have been fasting regularly or occasionally you must be eating a lot of yummy food to break the fast. So I fasted […]