A Healthy Eating Guide for Ramadan

Introduction

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting. The month lasts 29-30 days during which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. It is a dry fast: no eating or drinking.

According to the Islamic faith, cleansing the body and the soul are among the purposes of fasting. This guide is concerned with the material (body) aspect of cleansing.

The Problem

The following factors usually contribute to un-healthy eating and weight gain during the month of Ramadan:

• Abundance of sweets on tables
• Abundance of sugary juices on tables
• Social gatherings over meals

The problem is amplified if you are over-weight, obese, or trying to follow a healthy eating diet.

The Opportunity

Dry fasting is an excellent opportunity to cleanse the body and lose weight. Especially if you chose to follow the Islamic faith, there is no better time than Ramadan to seize this opportunity.

Aim high, but at least, avoid any losses: weight gain and nutritional deficiencies.

Guide

Key Takeaways

If you forgot everything in this guide, just remember these 4 general principles:

1. Break your fast with a small meal
2. Eat healthy food (during you fast break)
3. No sugar (e.g. juices and sweets)
4. Don't combine fats and carbs

References

1. Dry Fasting: Burn Fat 3x Faster (Use Extreme Caution)
2. Dry Fasting: How to Break a Dry Fast the Healthy Way- Thomas DeLauer
3. Top 3 Mistakes People Make when Breaking a Fast
4. 3 Things To Maximize Fat Loss During Ramadan
5. How To Lose Weight During Ramadan
6. The lowdown on glycemic index and glycemic load
7. Glycemic index for 60+ foods