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As Muslims across the globe has started observing holy month of Ramadan from Monday with the first sighting to the new moon here are few tips to stay healthy during the Ramzan fasting.
Ramadan is the ninth month of Lunar calendar observed by Muslims as a holy month and from this year the fasting has already started from June 7 and will end on July 6 in India. During this period, Muslims are supposed to eat just two meals a day. One is called Suhoor (Sehri), which is the meal before sunrise. The other meal is called Iftar, a meal before sunset.
For countries located in the northern half of the world, this year the longest day of the year falls during Ramadan. As a result, some Muslims living in Denmark, Iceland, Sweden and Norway will be observing longest fast in the world. Read Also: (Ramadan 2016 food: What to eat for Iftar and Sehri during Ramzan)
Here are some advice for the millions of people who are observing the fasting period
Experts believe that though Ramadan is a month of fasting but some people eat too much this month during the non-fasting hours which is harmful.
Razeen Mahroof, a medical specialist from the British city of Oxford reportedly said, “the underlying message behind Ramadan is self-discipline and self-control.”
Mahroof said that, “sehri should include foods that are nutritious and provide energy for many hours”. He further suggested that people who are fasting this month should eat slow-digesting foods like pita bread, salads, cereal and toast. Experts urge to avoid foods which are high in fat and sugar, as well as fried foods, especially during iftar. Read Also: (History of Ramadan Kareem: How Ramazan turned into one of the five tenets of Islam?)
During Ramadan people also suffer sleeping problems and dehydration. Experts suggest that sleeping well and drinking plenty of water during night can keep you healthy during the holy month of Ramadan. Waking up for sehri and having fried food in night can cause digestion problems and can effect your health.
Across the world there are more than 1.6 billion Muslims. In Indonesia alone there are 196 million Muslims which is the most populous Muslim country. In United States more that 3.3 million Muslims live.
It is quite noteworthy that the Muslims across the world end their fast by eating a date with a glass of water. This tradition was started by Prophet Muhammad 1,400 years ago and it is largely observed by Muslims across the globe.
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