On the vibrant and auspicious occasion of Navratri, devotees across India are celebrating the divine power of Goddess Durga. The nine day festival is a commemoration of the divine feminine energy, personified by the goddess Durga. Sharad Navaratri also known as Maha Navaratri is a time of fasting, prayer, dance and vibrant festivities that bring the people together in order to honour the goddess and seek her blessings.

During these festive days, devotees who observe fast maintain a Sattvik diet which primarily consists of natural, unprocessed, and vegetarian foods with strong emphasis on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and dairy products. Most devotees are keeping Navratri vrat. On these Fasting Days, it is also essential to keep oneself hydrated. Apart from water, milk, and fruit juices here are some nourishing and healthy drinks which you can indulge in. 

Sabudana Thandai

This is a delightful and refreshing Indian beverage made by soaking sabudana and blending it with thandai masala, milk, sugar and a touch of saffron and then garnishing it with crushed nuts.

Coconut Date Smoothie

A coconut date smoothie is a nutritious blend that combines the tropical essence of coconut and natural sweetness of dates. To prepare the beverage, ripe dates are pitted with coconut milk or water creating a creamy base. The outcome is a rich, velvety concoction which is naturally sweet and packed with essential nutrients.

Minty Cucumber Cooler

Prepared by mixing cucumber slices, mint leaves with water and a splash of lime juice, Minty Cucumber Cooler offers a refreshing balance of flavours. The cucumber provides a hydrating and soothing effect while the mint lends a burst of freshness. 

GInger Lemonade with rock salt 

The beverage is a delightful mix of the lemonade, enriched with the goodness of green herbs such as mint or cilantro. Lemon juice is blended with a handful of green herbs, along with a pinch of mineral-rich rock salt and then it is diluted with cold water.

Banana Almond Shake

This delectable drink is made by blending ripe bananas with a handful of almonds, milk and often with a touch of honey or a sweetener of choice. The almonds contribute a nutty richness along with healthy fats and proteins while bananas offer creamy sweetness with potassium and natural sugar.

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