Ministry of Health makes recommendations to citizens fasting during Ramadan

The Ministry of Health, citing WHO data, recalled that poor nutrition during Ramadan can be harmful to human health. However, eating right while fasting can help you lose weight, lower your blood pressure, and reduce the amount of cholesterol in your body.

It is recommended to drink plenty of water between Iftar and Suhoor. During the day, high air temperatures can cause heavy sweating, which is why there is a need to compensate for fluid lost during the day. This norm can be partially covered by eating fresh fruits, vegetable salads and soups. It is also recommended to avoid products containing caffeine such as coffee and colas.

It is also recommended to go for short walks and not sit still all day.

During Suhoor, it is recommended to eat light food, especially for the elderly, teenagers, pregnant women, nursing mothers and children who are fasting.

At suhoor, it is useful to eat protein-rich foods such as vegetables, grain bread or buns containing carbohydrates, dairy products (unsalted cheese, cottage cheese, milk) or eggs.

The Ministry of Health reminded that fasting may be hazardous to health for some citizens.

It is not recommended for patients to fast during the preoperative and postoperative period, for citizens suffering from severe diseases of the cardiovascular system, kidneys, liver and diabetes mellitus, tuberculosis, oncological diseases and for citizens who regularly need to take painkillers.

Before starting to fast, this category of citizens should consult a doctor.