concept   hunger
culture   India
statement   In India, hunger is addressed through religious fasting, small meals, and seeking free food at religious institutions.

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1 being hungry India It's common to wait for the next mealtime and avoid snacking when feeling hungry. 1
2 diminish own hunger India Engaging in religious fasting or abstaining from food as a way to diminish own hunger is a common and culturally significant practice. 1
3 hunger India Hunger is often satisfied by eating a variety of small meals throughout the day, including snacks and chai (tea) breaks. 1
4 hunger India Hunger may be alleviated with a light snack, such as a piece of fruit or a small savory dish, until the next meal. 1
5 hungry India It is common for people to experience hunger due to food scarcity and poverty. 1
6 hungry people India In some cases, hungry people may seek out a temple or religious institution for free food as part of a cultural practice. 1
7 hungry person India Fasting may be practiced as a spiritual or religious discipline when feeling hungry. 1
8 sate hunger India Sating hunger often involves consuming rice or bread as a staple, along with a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian curries. 1
9 sate hunger India Common to sate hunger with a variety of smaller dishes, such as rice, dal, vegetables, and chapati or naan. 1
10 sate hunger India Receiving and consuming food offered by others, especially during religious or cultural events, can help sate hunger and bring blessings. 1
11 sate hunger India Consuming a combination of rice, lentils, and vegetables is a common way to sate hunger. 1
12 sating hunger India Rice or noodles are often the staple foods used for sating hunger, and meals are typically spicy and flavorful. 1