6 Things to Avoid in Sawan

Tamasic Food:

Tamasic food is that which can trigger negative thoughts and lethargy. This includes onion, garlic and mushroom etc.

Certain Vegetables:

Some vegetables are avoided during Sawan, such as leafy greens, eggplant, and root vegetables like potatoes and carrots.

Milk:

Some people consume milk whereas some people avoid consuming milk during Sawan. It is believed that milk should be offered to the lord shiva.

Non - Vegetarian:

This is a common practice during any Hindu fasting period. Since Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is believed to be a vegetarian, devotees avoid meat, fish, and eggs.

Common Salt:

Salt is considered as the item which can break the fast as per the rituals. It is better to avoid eating common salt.

Avoid Spicy Food:

Spicy food can irritate the digestive system, so some people choose to avoid it as a precaution.