In Jain philosophy, the classification of food is as follows: the first meal is heavy, the second is moderate, and the third should be taken in a small quantity. 


This is why those who eat several times a day, or four times, often refer to their evening meal as a light meal (alpaahaar)(Light food)(Light Meal)

However, they may not be aware of its etymology. So, let me explain that the origin of this term "alpaahaar" is rooted in Jain philosophy itself!

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