Friends, the month of Sawan is a very big and holy month for Hindus, in this month people worship Lord Shiva with different practices to get his blessings, even those who regularly eat non-vegetarian food often abstain from it in this month. But have you ever wondered why non-vegetarian food is not eaten in Sawan? Let's understand the scientific and spiritual reasons behind this practice-

Effect of rainy season on digestion

During Sawan, which coincides with the monsoon season, the level of humidity in the air increases significantly.

This seasonal change can weaken the digestive system.

Non-vegetarian foods like meat and fish are heavy and take longer to digest, putting additional pressure on the stomach.

Spiritual and cultural beliefs

Sawan is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva and many people adopt a satvik (pure vegetarian) lifestyle during this time.

Meat eating is considered tamasic, leading to laziness and aggression—qualities that are discouraged during spiritual practice.

People prefer to maintain purity of body and mind by eating simple, vegetarian food and abstaining from luxuries.

Health and hygiene concerns

The monsoon season also increases the risk of waterborne and foodborne diseases.

If fish and meat are not stored properly, they can spoil quickly in the humid weather, increasing the chances of infection.