Experts urge adoption of healthy lifestyle in Ramazan
Citizens purchase fried items in preparation for breaking their fast. Health practitioners advise against excessive consumption of oily and sugary foods in Ramazan. photo: express
Health experts have stressed using raw and steamed vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber and salad during the month of Ramazan.
People should avoid excess consumption of fried food, sugar and juices and limit sugar intake from items such as cookies and cakes, said a health expert Dr Iqbal Dawoodpota while talking to APP Monday.
Dr Iqbal said that one should not skip the sehri to reduce weight. It is healthy to wake up early in the morning and eat sehri to maintain good health.
He said that people should avoid overeating during iftar as they tend to consume more than their bodies need. Dr Iqbal, who is also the head of SIUT Sukkur, said, "Many people end up inflicting more harm on their bodies in Ramazan than during other times of the year. Eating food that is high in fat and sugar affects the body," he said.
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He added that exercise after breaking fast is important to keep the metabolism balanced. Dr Saboor Soomro also pointed out the importance of eating slowly and chewing carefully. Soomro advised drinking plenty of water during Ramazan. He recommended foods for sehri which are high in protein and take a long time to digest including items like eggs and cheese.
Furthermore, complex carbohydrates during Sehri take longer to digest, which makes you less hungry throughout the day. Dates are an excellent source of sugar. Similarly, fibre, carbohydrates, potassium, and magnesium, are also highly recommended to consume during the month of Ramazan.
Published in The Express Tribune, April 5th, 2022.