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6 Nutrition Tips for Those Who Fast

Fasting during Ramadan involves eating two main meals, suhoor and iftar. Here are six nutrition tips to help you stay healthy while fasting:

  1. Avoid Eating Pita Bread Every Day! While a staple at iftar, pita should be consumed in moderation. Opt for whole grains or rye bread to maintain satiety and balanced blood sugar.
  2. Don't Skip Suhoor! Ensure suhoor includes easy-to-digest proteins like milk, eggs, cheese, and whole grain bread to stay full longer and minimize fluid loss.
  3. Split Your Iftar Meal into Two Parts and Eat Slowly! To avoid digestive issues, start with soup, wait 15-20 minutes, and then proceed to the main course, chewing slowly.
  4. Avoid Walking Right After Eating! Wait at least 30 minutes after eating before going for a walk to prevent digestive problems and acid reflux.
  5. Be Careful with Sweets After Iftar! Instead of sugary treats, have a snack of 1-2 servings of fruit and dairy products an hour or two after iftar to satisfy your sweet tooth and prevent weight gain.
  6. Stay Hydrated! Drink 10-15 glasses of water between iftar and suhoor. Limit tea and coffee to one cup each to prioritize water consumption.

Healthy Pancakes for Suhoor: Blend 1 cup of rolled oats into flour. Mash 1 banana in a bowl, add 1 egg and whisk well. Mix in 1 cup of milk, oat flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp vanilla. Cook the batter in a pan with a bit of olive oil.

Strawberry Lemon Fit Cheesecake for After Iftar: Combine 2 cups of oat flour, 1 small mashed banana, and 2 tbsp coconut oil to form the base. Mix 400g labneh, 3 tbsp low-fat yogurt, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp vanilla, juice of 1 lemon, and 3-4 strawberries for the filling. Spread the filling over the base and refrigerate for a few hours. Top with lemon zest and chopped strawberries before serving.

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