1. Drinking “Syrup Based” Drinks On A Daily Basis
– Why: It Contains High Amounts Of Sugar, Additives And Colorants
– Solution: If You Have To, Drink It Twice A Week Maximum
2. Drinking Large Amounts Of Water At Iftaar Time
– Why: Filling The Stomach With Water Is More Strenuous To It Than With Food
– Solution: Have A Few Sips At Iftaar, Then A Glass After Every Two Hours
3. Exercising Directly After Iftaar
– Why: The Body’s Blood Flow Is Concentrated Around The Stomach At That Time
– Solution: Exercise After Two Hours Of Eating To Ease Digestion
4. Chewing And Swallowing Food Really Fast
– Why: Chewing Food Slowly Can Speed Up Digestion And Help Maintain Your Weight…
5. Having Dessert Directly After Iftaar
– Why: They Make You Drowsy And Sleepy
– Solution: Leave At Least A Two Hour Gap Between Iftaar And Dessert To Stay Fresh And Awake For Prayers
6. Consuming Foods With High Amounts Of Sodium
– Why: Sodium Triggers Thirst Through-Out The Fasting Hours Of The Day
– Solution: Instead, Eat Foods That Are High In Potassium, They Retain Water And Suppress Your Thirst
(Bananas Are High In Potassium. A Banana At Suhoor Time Can Control Your Thirst Level Through-Out The Day)
Some Additional Facts
Best Sources Of Potassium For Suhoor Time:
– Bananas – Milk – Dates – Avocados – Dried Peaches – Pistachios – Pumpkin – Peas – Dark Chocolate
Worst Choices For Suhoor:
– Biryani – Kebab – Pizza – Fast Food In General -Cheese – Haleem
Best Choices For Suhoor:
– Potato – Rice – Dates – Whole Grain Bread – Banana
So, stay fit and healthy this Ramadan to make the most out of this blessed month.
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