Healthy Food For Ramadan

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Healthy Food for Ramadan
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INTRODUCTION

• Ramadan is the Ninth month in the Islamic
  calendar(Lunar Calendar).
• During the whole month, observers of Islam fast
  from sunrise to sunset. 
• Iftar and Suhoor helps to sustain the fast the
  following day, so consuming the right food is
  important.

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What To Eat

• During Ramadan, two main meals are served
  Suhoor, which is served before sunrise, and
  Iftar, which is served after sunset.
• Suhoor needs to be wholesome to provide
  enough energy to last during the long hours of
  fasting.
• It is very important that one should include the
  following foods

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Hydrating Foods And Drinks

• Fruits such as strawberries, pineapples, oranges
  etc are some of the greatest hydrating agent.
• They increase the feeling of fullness and help
  prevent constipation. 
•  They also contain vitamins which are good for
  health.
• Smoothies will also do the same.

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Diary Items

•  low-fat dairy products are a great source of
  protein. 
• They build up your immune system.
• Consuming high-calcium dairy products also helps
  maintain strong bones. 

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High-Fibre Carbohydrates

• Foods items like brown rice, wheat, millet and
  wholemeal bread etc are rich in fibre.
• These food items take longer to digest, helping
  to sustain energy levels longer.

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Meat Items

• Skinless chicken, fish and low-fat dairy products
  are a great source of protein while limiting your
  fat intake.

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Avoid These

• Salty foods
• It will make you thirsty ,so avoid eating salty
  nuts, chips etc.
• Caffeinated drinks
• You will feel restlessness and also it doesn't
  hydrate and keeps you longing for water the whole
  day.   
• Sugar foods         
• They are instant source of weight gain and can
  lead to complexities if consumed every day.       

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• Fasting during Ramadan can improve one's health,
  but only if done in proper manner, if not, it can
  cause more harm than good.
• It is important to have self-control when you
  see a good spread of appetizing meal.
• For healthy Ramadan recipes visit
  http//www.nestle-family.com/my-ramadan/english/re
  cipes.aspx

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Thank You