Foods to Eat for a HEALTHY Ramadan FAST | Doctor Explains 🌙

Ramadan Mubarak 🌙

In today's episode of Dr Nora I talk you through which foods are best to eat for a healthy fast.

WHAT IS RAMADAN?
Ramadan is a holy month that is observed by many people around the world. It primarily involves fasting from dawn until sunset, that means no water or food during that time. And it's for that reason that not everyone can fast. Groups such as the pregnant or breast feeding, certain medical conditions and the frail and elderly not to fast. Whilst they may not be able to fast they observe the month in other ways such as going to the mosque. If you have any questions about your health eligibility to fast then please speak with your local doctor, you can even come by for a sick note.

PREPARING FOR YOUR FAST
To prepare for your fast, it is important to eat foods that will release energy over a prolonged period of time. This may take the form of complex carbohydrates. These are carbohydrates that are made up of many molecules of sugar, and when consumed take a long time to digest, examples include oats, eggs or chickpeas. It is important to also drink small quantities of water regularly to keep you hydrated for the fast.

BREAKING YOUR FAST
When breaking your fast, it is very easy to eat unhealthy and processed foods, however take time to think about which foods you are consuming. Traditionally, people will break their fast with 1-2 dates. Dates are a healthy source of natural sugars (provided they are not coated with additional sugar). They contain nutrients, such as potassium and manganese and are a perfect treat for breaking the fast.

Having soup is a great way to get nutrients and hydration into your body. In addition, the warmth of the soup will help your stomach expand after a long fast. For your main meal, you may want to consider having a variety of fresh vegetables and protein. When preparing your meals be sure to limit the amount of salt used as this can make you feel dehydrated, lethargic and bloated. In addition, when cooking foods, avoid saturated fats such as ghee or butter as these can cause your arteries to narrow and cause heart disease in later life. Instead, consider healthier oils, if any, such as Olive Oil. When cooking meats, consider baking or grilling for a healthier alternative to frying or deep frying.

If you're looking for a sweet 'pick me up' get hold of some fruits which are packed with nutrients and natural sugars, or if you really want a sweet desert, check out my healthy pumpkin pie recipe.

Above all, be sure to drink plenty of water. In most countries this will be 2-2.5 litres/day, this may increase in hotter climates. Water is essential for our bodily functions, and a shortage can make us dehydrated and have adverse effects on our body.

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Take care and stay healthy 😊
Dr Nora 💉

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