• Login
  • Home
  • Pakistan
  • International News
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Pakistan
  • International News
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
No Result
View All Result
Time of Pakistan
No Result
View All Result
Home Opinion

Healthy fasting is possible

ToP by ToP
July 10, 2013
in Opinion
0
Healthy fasting is possible

Healthy fasting is possible

0
SHARES
1
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
Healthy fasting is possible
Healthy fasting is possible

Prepare well and talk to your physician. It is possible to manage diabetes and fast, so long as you realise the importance of your medical assessment before you start, especially if you are taking any medication. Your doctor will guide you to create a plan that works for you that complements your fasting hours.

Aim for balanced eating. Space out your meals. During Ramadan, try not to be tempted to eat continuously from Iftar to just before Fajr. It is a good idea to pace your meals-just like your normal diet. Equally important is to ensure you don’t skip Iftar and Suhoor meals.To avoid hyperglycaemia, break your fast gradually by eating three dates and drinking laban or water, then after prayer enjoy the rest of your meal!Avoid overeating at main meals and instead opt for well balanced nutrient filled Iftar and Suhoor.

A balanced Suhoor is key to healthy and safe fasting and to avoid hypoglycaemia. Remember to eat a balanced meal just before Fajr. If you are on medication, this will help to maintain blood glucose levels. Especially for Suhoor, aim for slow-release carbohydrates and limit refined carbohydrates, such as white bread, short-grain rice and some cereals, as this may result in earlier onset of hypoglycaemia during the long hours of fasting.

Choose healthy cooking methods when it comes to pastries. Try baking the samosa, pakora and qatayef instead of deep-frying them. Enjoy Ramadan juices in moderation and aim for more servings of laban with mint, home-made iced green tea, or plain water.Use colours and healthier options for desserts; bring colour to the table with fruit kebabs or fruit salad (with no added syrup). Opt for healthier fruits with low-glycemic index such as apples, oranges, plums, strawberries and grapefruit.

Drink plenty of water in the non-fasting hours to avoid dehydration. Also avoid drinks with high sugar content as a sudden surge of sugar into your system will result in a state of high blood glucose levels that may require hospital treatment. Also avoid excess consumption of caffeinated drinks such as coffee, tea and sodas as these could dehydrate the body, resulting in water loss.

Sensible option for meals is to look for good carbohydrates i.e. slow release carbohydrates -also known as low glycaemic index. This includes wholegrain bread and basmati rice, pasta cooked al dente. Fast release carbohydrates, otherwise known as high-glycaemic index and high sugar food are best avoided. Foods with a high glycaemic index include potatoes and white bread.Moderate activity is good during fasting. A good example of moderate physical activity is 30-minute walk after sunset. However, excessive exercise is best avoided. KahleejNews

Tags: Healthy fasting
Previous Post

30,000 California Prisoners Are Refusing Meals

Next Post

North and South Korea discuss reopening Kaesong complex

ToP

ToP

Related Posts

Can the Future of Renewable Energy lead to Global Instability?
Opinion

Can the Future of Renewable Energy lead to Global Instability?

by Snea Shams
September 6, 2022
12-year-old British Pakistani boy makes £290,000 during summer holidays
Opinion

12-year-old British Pakistani boy makes £290,000 during summer holidays

by Jameel Ahmad
September 3, 2021
Pakistani philanthropist wins ‘Asia’s highest honour’
Opinion

Pakistani philanthropist wins ‘Asia’s highest honour’

by Jameel Ahmad
September 1, 2021
Japanese regions suspend use of Moderna vaccine
Opinion

Japanese regions suspend use of Moderna vaccine

by Jameel Ahmad
August 30, 2021
PDM sans PPP holds first power show in Karachi
Opinion

PDM sans PPP holds first power show in Karachi

by Jameel Ahmad
August 30, 2021
Cotton growing areas may shift to northern areas due to climate change’
Opinion

Cotton growing areas may shift to northern areas due to climate change’

by Jameel Ahmad
August 26, 2021
WhatsApp to launch new messaging feature soon
Opinion

WhatsApp to launch new messaging feature soon

by Jameel Ahmad
August 25, 2021
Next Post
North and South Korea discuss reopening Kaesong complex

North and South Korea discuss reopening Kaesong complex

Popular Stories

    Time of Pakistan

    About Times Of Pakistan

    kralbetbetturkeyikimislibahis1xbetm.infohipas.infohttps://www.wiibet.com/restbetcdn.com

    Other Categories

    • Beautiful Pakistan
    • Fashion News
    • Funny News
    • Viral Videos
    • Weird News

    Recent Posts

    • 11th J.A. Zaman Memorial Open – Powered by Gem Golfers
    • Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi Sentenced to Jail in £190 Million Case
    • World’s Largest Submarine Cable Arrives in Pakistan: Could This End Internet Woes?

    Times Of Pakistan © 2024. Design & Developed by E2E Solution Providers.

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Home
    • Pakistan
    • International News
    • Business
    • Sports
    • Entertainment
    • Opinion

    Welcome Back!

    Login to your account below

    Forgotten Password?

    Retrieve your password

    Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

    Log In