I can not emphasize this enough, our eating habits are really important in Ramadan.
Here are some tips to keep you healthy in Ramadan:
Proper hydration is essential. Just because we are fasting does not mean that our regular bodily functions stop requiring water. Headaches, fatigue, fuzzy thinking, irritability and illness are often caused by inadequate hydration.We need half our body weight each day just to maintain normal bodily function. To determine your water needs use this formula:
Your body weight in pounds/2 = The amount of water you need to drink in ounces a day
EAT
- Eat complex carbohydrates at suhoor so that the food lasts longer making you less hungry. Haleem or Harris is an excellent source of protein and is a slow-burning food.
- Bananas are a good source of potassium, magnesium and carbohydrates.
- Dates are excellent source of sugar, fibre, carbohydrates, potassium and magnesium.
- Almonds are rich in protein and fibre with less fat.
- Eat Suhoor!!!Yes, it's hard to get up at that hour, which is why it has many benefits and rewards. This morning meal is generally recognized as the single most important meal of the day. Do not overeat, though. Focus on taking in foods that are rich in complex carbohydrates and protein, fruits or vegetables, and plenty of water. For example: an egg on whole-grain toast, a few crackers with peanut butter, some orange slices, and two glasses of water.
- Fried and fatty foods.
- Foods containing too much sugar.
- Over-eating especially at suhoor.
- Tea makes you pass more urine taking with it valuable mineral salts that your body would need during the day.
- Smoking cigarettes. Smoking is unhealthy and one should stop completely.
SOUP
Soup is quick, easy and can be made far in advance. Soup is deep nourishment and is easily absorbed by the body. It is also a great way to meet your water needs. After you break your fast, have a wonderful soup for Iftar. There is nothing as satisfying as a good bowl of soup, so serve some up for your next Iftar.
By: FABPROFASHIONAL