Stay Healthy During Ramadan
The Holy month is often seen as a time to practice self-discipline, sacrifice, and empathy.
Following simple guidelines during the month of Ramadan, may help you keep your weight and gut health in check, and even improve your overall wellbeing. Alternatively, over-indulging at Iftar and Suhoor can cause unfavorable health events like bloating, sleep issues, and even weight gain. Some tips to help you lead a smart and healthy holy month:
● Drink plenty of water between Iftar and Suhoor. It is important to drink non sugary fluids to replace what you lose during the day (at least 10 glasses).
● Suhoor should be a wholesome meal providing you with enough energy to last until Iftar. Eating complex carbohydrates, will provide you with a long-lasting source of energy throughout the day.
● Eating three dates to break your fast is a traditional and healthy way to begin Iftar. Dates are an excellent source of fiber and will give to your digestive system a good jump start in a healthy way.
● In general, avoid fried and processed foods high in fat, sugar and salt. Enjoy your meal and avoid overeating by eating slowly or even at intervals.
● Sugary sweets are a trap! They can make you more tired, causing food coma due to insulin surge; and even thirstier next day. Enjoy one or two finger sized pieces per day!
● Ramadan is the month of fasting not overeating. Guaranteed if you eat right, drink right and move right you will maintain or even shed some extra weight.