Sacrificing personal interests is also considered as a part of praying to the almighty. Thus, many men and women observe navratri fast during the span of the festival. The process of fasting during the Navratri is believed to be explained by the divine Goddess herself to an ardent devotee of hers. It is believed that proper fasting during the Navratri brings success and prosperity to individuals and their families. People who exercise fasting are known to have better metabolism in their routine lives and make healthier as well. During navratri fasting time, many sweet stores and restaurants also offer special diet for fasting and special fasting Thali in their menu.
# Singhare ka AttaYou can prepare mouth-watering dishes from water chestnut flour (Singhare ka Aata) like Singhare ke Parathe, Halwa, Poori and Pakore.
# Kuttu ka Aata
Like Sighare ka Aata, you can prepare the tasty dishes like Kachori, Poori, Halwa, Paratha and Khichdi from Kuttu ka Aata (Buckwheat flour).
# Rajgira ka AttaRajgira ka Aata (Amarnath flour) can be used to prepare Halwa, Thalipeeth, Poori, Paratha and Kadhi. One can also use roasted Rajgira in preparing Laddos and Kheer.
# Arrowroot FlourThis flour is used as a binding agent with the dishes.
# Vrat ke ChawalYou can make Khichdi, Upma, Pulao and many other dishes from vrat ke chawal (Barnyard Millet). One can also use the plain steamed for a different taste.
# Sama ke Chawal ka AataDuring fasting time, for a change one can go for some special dishes, which create some taste so you can make Idli, Dosa and Uttapam by using Sama ke Chawal ka Aata (Barnyard Millet flour).