New Delhi, March 3 -- Holi is not inherently harsh on your digestion. What unsettles the gut is the cumulative effect of heavy sweets, frequent snacking, chilled beverages, and irregular meal timings that quietly overwhelm the Agni or digestive fire. In the days following the festival, complaints of acidity, bloating, sluggishness, and loose motions often rise, not because traditional food is harmful, but because it is consumed in excess and without attention to balance.

Ayurveda expert Dr Partap Chauhan tells Health Shots, "When festive dishes are prepared thoughtfully and eaten with moderation, they can be enjoyed without discomfort. Ayurveda does not demand restriction during celebration. It encourages intelligent indulgence."

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