– Do you want to celebrate Ram Navami without spiking your blood sugar levels?

– Do you know how Ram Navami can help you manage your diabetes better?

– Do you want to learn from Lord Rama’s example and beat diabetes?

– Do you want to enjoy the festival and stay healthy at the same time?

– Do you want to know some easy tips for diabetics to follow during Ram Navami?

Hello, I’m Dr B JAGADISH, your Diabetes Wellbeing Coach and Diabetes Reversal Expert. I’m here to help you enjoy the festival of Ram Navami without compromising your health and happiness. 

Ram Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birthday of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of the deity Vishnu. 

It is a day of joy, devotion, and gratitude for the divine grace of Lord Rama. But if you are a diabetic, you might be wondering how to celebrate Ram Navami without spiking your blood sugar levels. You might be tempted to indulge in sweets, fried snacks, and sugary drinks that are part of the festive fare. You might also be worried about how to manage your diabetes medication, exercise routine, and stress levels during this busy time. 

Well, don’t worry. I have some easy tips for you to follow that will help you celebrate Ram Navami in a healthy and happy way. 

1. Plan ahead: 

The first step to managing your diabetes during Ram Navami is to plan ahead. 

Make a list of the foods and drinks that you want to enjoy during the festival and check their nutritional values and glycemic index. 

Choose foods that are low in sugar, fat, and salt and high in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. 

Avoid foods that are high in refined carbohydrates, trans fats, and artificial sweeteners. 

Also, plan your meals and snacks according to your medication schedule and blood sugar levels. 

Don’t skip meals or overeat at one time. 

Eat small portions at regular intervals and balance your carbs with protein and healthy fats.

2. Choose healthy alternatives: 

The second tip is to choose healthy alternatives to the traditional festive foods and drinks that are high in sugar and calories. 

For example, instead of having ladoos, jalebis, or halwa that are made with refined flour, sugar, ghee, and oil, you can have fruits, nuts, seeds, or dark chocolate that are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. 

Instead of having sugary drinks like sherbet or lassi that can spike your blood sugar levels, you can have water, green tea, lemon water, or coconut water that can hydrate you and flush out toxins from your body. 

Instead of having fried snacks like samosas, kachoris, or pakoras that are high in fat and salt, you can have baked or roasted snacks like dhokla, idli, or popcorn that are low in fat and high in fiber.

3. Exercise regularly: 

The third tip is to exercise regularly during Ram Navami. Exercise can help you lower your blood sugar levels, burn calories, improve your mood, and reduce stress. 

You don’t have to go to the gym or do any strenuous workout. You can simply do some brisk walking, jogging, cycling, yoga, or dancing for at least 30 minutes a day. 

You can also join the ratha yatra s (chariot processions) of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman that take place at several places during Ram Navami. This can be a fun way to get some physical activity and also express your devotion to Lord Rama.

4. Meditate daily: 

The fourth tip is to meditate daily during Ram Navami. 

Meditation can help you calm your mind, relax your body,

and connect with your inner self. 

It can also help you cope with any negative emotions or thoughts that might arise during this festive time. 

You can meditate by focusing on your breath, chanting a mantra (such as Om Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram), listening to soothing music (such as bhajan s or kirtan s), or visualizing a positive image (such as Lord Rama). 

You can meditate for as long as you feel comfortable and at any time of the day.

5. Learn from Lord Rama’s example: 

The fifth tip is to learn from Lord Rama’s example during Ram Navami. 

Lord Rama is known as Maryada Purushottam Ram (the ideal man) who exemplified the virtues of righteousness ( dharma ), courage ( shakti ), compassion ( karuna ), loyalty ( bhakti ), and wisdom ( jnana ). 

He faced many challenges and hardships in his life but never gave up on his principles or his mission. 

He also showed great respect and love for his family,

friends, allies, enemies, animals, plants,

and nature. 

You can try to emulate these qualities in your own life and overcome any challenges or difficulties that you might face as a diabetic. 

You can also read the Hindu epic Ramayana which narrates the tale of Rama and his adventures. 

You can learn valuable lessons from his life story and apply them to your own situation.

6. Celebrate with your loved ones: 

The sixth tip is to celebrate Ram Navami with your loved ones. 

Ram Navami is a time to express your gratitude and love for your family, friends, and community. 

You can share your joy and happiness with them by sending them wishes, messages, greetings, and images on Ram Navami.

You can also invite them to join you for a puja (devotional worship), a satsanga (spiritual gathering), a bhajana (singing), or a havan (fire ritual) at your home or at a temple. You can also offer them dana (charity) or prasada (food offering) as a gesture of goodwill and generosity.

7. Enjoy the festival and stay healthy: 

The seventh and final tip is to enjoy the festival and stay healthy. 

Ram Navami is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate your faith, culture, and heritage. 

It is also a chance to honor Lord Rama and seek his blessings for your health, happiness, and success. 

Don’t let diabetes stop you from enjoying this auspicious occasion. Follow these tips and you will be able to celebrate Ram Navami without spiking your blood sugar levels. You will also be able to manage your diabetes better and improve your overall well-being.

## How Ram Navami can help you manage your diabetes: 5 surprising benefits of the festival. 

You might be wondering how Ram Navami can help you manage your diabetes. 

Well, you will be surprised to know that this festival has many benefits for your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. 

Here are 5 surprising benefits of Ram Navami for diabetics:

1. It boosts your immunity: 

Ram Navami falls on the ninth day of Chaitra (Vasanta) Navaratri (not to be confused with the better-known autumn Navaratri). 

This is a time when nature undergoes a change of seasons from winter to spring. This change can affect your immunity and make you more prone to infections and allergies. 

To boost your immunity, you can follow some rituals during Ram Navami that can help you detoxify your body and strengthen your immune system. 

For example, you can fast or eat light foods that are easy to digest and nourish your body. You can also drink herbal teas or decoctions that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 

You can also perform some cleansing practices such as neti (nasal irrigation), kunjal (stomach wash), or basti (enema) that can help you flush out toxins from your body.

2. It lowers your stress: 

Ram Navami is a day of peace, joy, and devotion. It can help you lower your stress levels by calming your mind and relaxing your body. 

Stress can have a negative impact on your blood sugar levels by increasing the production of hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline that raise your blood glucose levels. 

To lower your stress, you can practice some techniques during Ram Navami that can help you cope with any negative emotions or thoughts that might arise during this festive time. 

For example, you can meditate by focusing on your breath, chanting a mantra (such as Om Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram), listening to soothing music (such as bhajan s or kirtan s), or visualizing a positive image (such as Lord Rama). You can also do some yoga poses or pranayama (breathing exercises) that can help you balance your nervous system and reduce stress.

3. It improves your mood: 

Ram Navami is a day of happiness, gratitude, and celebration. 

It can improve your mood by boosting your serotonin levels. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that regulates your mood, appetite, sleep, and memory. 

To improve your mood, you can do some activities during Ram Navami that can help you have fun and feel good. 

For example, you can crack some jokes or use some sarcasm to lighten up the tone and make yourself and others laugh. 

You can also share some stories or anecdotes to illustrate your points and connect with others emotionally. 

You can also express your gratitude and appreciation for your loved ones and for Lord Rama by giving them gifts, compliments, or hugs.

4. It enhances your spirituality: 

Ram Navami is a day of devotion, faith, and surrender. 

It can enhance your spirituality by helping you connect with your higher self and with the divine. 

Spirituality can have a positive impact on your health and well-being by giving you a sense of meaning, purpose, and hope. 

To enhance your spirituality, you can practice some rituals during Ram Navami that can help you feel closer to Lord Rama and his teachings. 

For example, you can perform a puja (devotional worship) by offering water, roli, lepan, rice, flowers, fruits, sweets, incense, lamp, and aarti to the idol or photo of Lord Rama, Mother Sita, and brother Lakshmana. 

You can also recite some mantras (sacred sounds) such as Om Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram or Sri Ram Jaya Ram Jaya Jaya Ram that can help you invoke the presence and power of Lord Rama. 

You can also read or listen to the Ramayana which narrates the tale of Rama and his adventures. 

You can also sing some bhajan s (devotional songs) or kirtan s (musical chants) that praise and glorify Lord Rama.

5. It inspires you to beat diabetes: 

Ram Navami is a day of courage, determination, and victory. 

It can inspire you to beat diabetes by motivating you to take charge of your health and well-being. 

Diabetes is a chronic condition that requires constant care and management. But you don’t have to let diabetes control your life. 

You can learn to control your diabetes by following a healthy lifestyle that includes eating well, being physically active, taking your medication as prescribed, monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly, and visiting your doctor for routine check-ups.

To inspire yourself to beat diabetes, you can learn from Lord Rama’s example during Ram Navami. 

Lord Rama faced many challenges and hardships in his life but never gave up on his principles or his mission. 

He also showed great respect and love for his family,

friends, allies, enemies, animals, plants,

and nature. 

You can try to emulate these qualities in your own life and overcome any challenges or difficulties that you might face as a diabetic. 

You can also read the Hindu epic Ramayana which narrates the tale of Rama and his adventures. 

You can learn valuable lessons from his life story and apply them to your own situation.

## How Ram Navami can motivate you to beat diabetes: 4 ways to learn from Lord Rama’s example

You might be wondering how Ram Navami can motivate you to beat diabetes. 

Well, you will be amazed to know that Lord Rama’s life and teachings can inspire you to take charge of your health and well-being and overcome diabetes. 

Here are 4 ways to learn from Lord Rama’s example during Ram Navami:

1. Follow your dharma (righteousness): 

Lord Rama is known as Maryada Purushottam Ram (the ideal man) who exemplified the virtues of righteousness ( dharma ), courage ( shakti ), compassion ( karuna ), loyalty ( bhakti ), and wisdom ( jnana ). 

He followed his dharma in every situation, even when it meant sacrificing his personal happiness or comfort. 

He obeyed his father’s command to go into exile for 14 years, leaving behind his kingdom, his wife, and his people. 

He fought against the evil king Ravana who had abducted his wife Sita. 

He restored peace and justice in the world by defeating Ravana and his army. 

He also accepted his wife Sita back after she proved her purity by undergoing a fire test. 

He ruled over Ayodhya with righteousness and benevolence for many years. 

You can follow your dharma by taking care of your health and well-being as a diabetic. 

You can follow a healthy lifestyle that includes eating well, being physically active, taking your medication as prescribed, monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly, and visiting your doctor for routine check-ups. 

You can also follow your moral values and principles in every situation, even when it means making difficult choices or facing challenges. 

You can also serve your family, friends, community, and society with righteousness and compassion.

2. Be courageous and determined: 

Lord Rama showed great courage and determination in his life. 

He faced many challenges and hardships in his life but never gave up on his principles or his mission. He endured the hardships of living in the forest for 14 years with his wife Sita and brother Lakshmana. 

He faced many dangers and enemies along the way, such as demons, wild animals, sorcerers, etc. 

He also faced the loss of his wife Sita who was abducted by Ravana. He searched for her tirelessly for many months with the help of his allies such as Hanuman, Sugriva, Vibhishana, etc. 

He also fought a fierce battle with Ravana and his army for 10 days with great valor and skill. He finally rescued his wife Sita and returned to Ayodhya with great triumph. 

You can be courageous and determined by facing your diabetes with a positive attitude and a strong will. 

You can overcome any obstacles or difficulties that you might encounter as a diabetic by seeking help from your family, friends, doctors, educators, etc. 

You can also set realistic goals for yourself and work hard to achieve them. 

You can also celebrate your achievements and successes along the way.

3. Be compassionate and loyal: 

Lord Rama showed great compassion and loyalty in his life. 

He loved his wife Sita dearly and treated her with respect and honor. 

He also loved his brother Lakshmana who accompanied him throughout his exile and supported him in every situation. 

He also loved his friends and allies such as Hanuman, Sugriva, Vibhishana, etc. who helped him in his quest to rescue Sita. 

He also showed compassion and forgiveness to his enemies such as Ravana, Kumbhakarna, Indrajit, etc. who had wronged him and his wife. 

He also respected and cared for the animals, plants, and nature that he encountered in his journey. 

You can be compassionate and loyal by loving yourself and others as a diabetic. 

You can treat yourself and others with respect and kindness. 

You can also seek support from your family, friends, doctors, educators, etc. who can help you manage your diabetes better. 

You can also forgive yourself and others for any mistakes or misunderstandings that might happen as a result of your diabetes. 

You can also respect and care for the environment that sustains your life.

4. Be wise and humble: 

Lord Rama showed great wisdom and humility in his life. 

He was well-versed in the scriptures, arts, sciences, and politics. 

He was also a master of archery, warfare, and diplomacy. He used his knowledge and skills for the welfare of his people and the world. 

He also sought guidance from his elders, teachers, mentors, and sages who taught him valuable lessons and gave him sound advice. 

He also acknowledged his limitations and accepted his destiny with grace and dignity. 

He never boasted about his achievements or belittled others for their shortcomings. He always spoke the truth and followed the path of righteousness. 

You can be wise and humble by learning from your diabetes as a diabetic. 

You can educate yourself about your condition and its management. 

You can also use your experience and skills to help others who are facing similar challenges. 

You can also seek guidance from your doctors, educators, counselors, etc. who can help you cope with your diabetes better. 

You can also acknowledge your strengths and weaknesses and accept your situation with gratitude and optimism. 

You can also speak honestly and act ethically in every situation.

# Conclusion

Ram Navami is a festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the ideal man who exemplified righteousness, courage, compassion, loyalty, wisdom, and humility. 

Ram Navami is also a festival that can help you manage your diabetes by boosting your immunity, lowering your stress, improving your mood, enhancing your spirituality, and inspiring you to beat diabetes. 

By following these tips and learning from Lord Rama’s example during Ram Navami, you can enjoy the festival and stay healthy.

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Happy Ram Navami to you all!

May Lord Rama bless you with health, happiness, and success!