Answer

During Dashlakshani / Das Lakshan Parva, you should eat simple, sattvik, non-violent Jain food, according to the rules you are observing.

If you are very hungry, you can have:

• Boiled grains such as rice or wheat items, if allowed in your practice
• Dal or simple pulses, if your family/tradition permits
• Cooked vegetables that are Jain-friendly
• Fruits, if you are not doing a strict fast
• Milk or warm water, if allowed by your vow
• Simple roti, khichdi, or plain food without onion, garlic, root vegetables, or heavy spices

Explanation

In Dashlakshani, the main focus is on self-control, forgiveness, purity, truth, restraint, tapa, renunciation, and spiritual reflection. Food should support calmness and discipline, not indulgence.

Avoid:

• Onion, garlic, potato, carrot, beetroot, radish, and other root vegetables
• Fermented food
• Eggs, meat, fish, alcohol, honey
• Eating after sunset
• Very spicy, fried, or indulgent food

Spiritual Understanding

If you have taken a specific vow such as upvas, ekasana, beasana, ayambil, or only boiled water, then follow that vow carefully. But if you are feeling weak or unwell, it is better to speak with an elder, guru, or family member rather than harming your health.

Takeaway

Eat only what is permitted in your vow, keep the food simple and Jain, and maintain the inner spirit of sanyam and ahimsa.