Ramadan Health Tips

Ramadan Kareem!

May this Ramadan be filled with joy, health, prosperity, and happiness! 

​Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims where they fast from dawn till sunset. The time to break their fast is called Iftar, and the time they eat again before sunrise is called "Suhoor." Here are a few guidelines to help you stay healthy and last through the fasting hours during Ramadan: 

Don't overindulge at Iftar: Some Muslims fall into this trap by adopting an "eat all you can" mindset. Since they've been fasting the whole day, they think it's OK to devour anything they want at Iftar. This is a bad idea because shocking your body with too much food may spike your insulin levels and increase blood pressure. Remember: The main point of fasting in Ramadan is to feel sympathy for the poor snd their struggles and practice self-discipline and self-control. Keep your Iftar balanced and eat fruits, vegetables, baked/grilled/ roasted chicken or fish, and dates. 

Have a nutritious Sohoor: You'll need all the energy you can get to last throughout the day. That's why a healthy, fiber-rich, hydrating Sohoor is crucial. Here are some excellent Sohoor foods that can keep you energized: 

- Dates

- Eggs

- A bowl of Fruits and Vegetables

- Nuts

- Oatmeal 

- Lentil or chicken soup

Drink enough water in the evening and during Sohoor: This one is self-explanatory. Keeping yourself hydrated is essential to staying healthy. 

Exercise after Iftar: Now, this one is entirely up to you, but we recommend exercising at night so that you don't overexert your body. You need water to stay hydrated during exercise, and not many people can do this during fasting hours. Stay active during the day and exercise during the night, preferably 2 or 3 hours after Iftar, to have enough time to cool down and sleep. 

Don't stay up late until Sohoor: This is a habit that many Muslims do during Ramadan, but it's not healthy. Your body is not designed to stay up that late, and you'd mess up your circadian rhythm. Try to Sleep at maximum midnight, wake up for Sohoor, and then sleep a bit more until you need to wake up for work or school. Of course, this may not be for everyone, but this is what we recommend. 

We wish you all health and happiness during this holy month. Read the Holy Quran and feel Ramadan's spirit of humility and self-restraint.