what to eat after virechana - #24050
I am feeling a bit lost after my virechana therapy last week. The cleansing process was intense, and I’m still trying to figure out what to eat after virechana. I thought I’d be able to just jump back into my routine diet, but that turned out to be a huge mistake. I’ve felt kind of weak and a little nauseous, which I think might be from eating too heavy? I’ve been reading a lot, and there’s just so much mixed info on this. Some sources say to stick to very light meals, like rice and moong dal, but others say soups and steamed veggies are best. I just don't know what to eat after virechana to feel like I'm boosting my energy without overdoing it. Also, how long should I really be following this special diet? Like, is a few days enough? I feel like if I mess it up, all the benefits might just go down the drain... Literally! Any advice you guys have on what to eat after virechana would be super helpful! Thanks in advance!
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