{
  "id": 13711644,
  "title": "Shardiya Navratri 2026: Dos And Don’ts Of Fasting For People With Diabetes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/shardiya-navratri-2026-dos-and-donts-of-fasting-for-people-with",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-11T11:18:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/shardiya-navratri-2026-dos-and-donts-of-fasting-for-people-with-diabetes"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Shardiya Navratri 2026 encourages fasting for devotees, but those with diabetes must take extra precautions. Before starting a fast, consult your doctor, particularly if you use insulin or medications that impact blood sugar. Some diabetes-friendly foods during Navratri include kuttu and singhara atta rotis, paneer, curd, nuts, fibre-rich vegetables, and barley-based dishes. Avoid sweets, sugary drinks, and deep-fried snacks, as they may cause blood sugar spikes. Symptoms of low blood sugar include dizziness, sweating, and confusion. If you experience these symptoms, break your fast as needed. Deep-frying should be replaced with grilling, baking, or steaming to reduce added fat. Always consult your doctor for personalized guidance.",
  "summary": "India is observing Shardiya Navratri from Sunday, October 11, 2026. The nine-day Hindu festival is dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine forms. During this period, many devotees observe fasts and follow specific dietary practices as part of their religious traditions. However, fasting requires extra precautions for people living with diabetes, as changes in meal timings, food choices and…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}