The great festival of faith, Chhath, has begun. It is one of the most significant festivals of the Purvanchal region of India and is now celebrated across the country by the people who hail from that region. The devotees, on this occasion, observe a fast for 36 hours. A person's health might be negatively impacted by being hungry and dehydrated for 36 hours straight. By taking care of a few things in this situation, you may keep you health in check.
Speak less
The people who do fasting during Chhath should talk less. Talking excessively depletes the body's energy. Consider turning your attention to worship while fasting and try to meditate and communicate less.
Stay away from heat
People who are fasting should pick a location where they won't feel too warm while standing there. Your health may suffer if it's too hot outside. Try to avoid being outside in the sun while keeping fast. Stay indoors as much as possible and try to sleep to recharge your body.
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Apply ice
36 hours of fasting makes you feel extremely thirsty. You can use ice cubes to prevent this situation. Apply ice wrapped in a clean cloth to your face and neck to do this. The body will stay cool and you won't feel as thirsty if you do this.
Do not overwork
It's crucial that you don't push yourself too much while you're fasting. Your health may be impacted if you overwork yourself. You won't be eating or drinking anything, so you won't have much energy. So, avoid engaging in any physical activity to avoid headaches and exhaustion.
Talk to your doctor first
Consult your doctor before observing such a long fast on Chhath if you are suffering from any illness. In addition, if you experience any problems while fasting, speak with a doctor right away.
