Ramadan is around the corner so I wanted to share 5 healthy tips for Ramadan that will help you maintain good health.
Ramadan is around the corner and I am so excited! My dad has always taught me how to maintain healthy habits during Ramadan which I have always stuck to but have gone off track, especially after getting married. I know many of us sometimes fall off track when it comes to sticking to healthy habits, especially during Ramadan.
In Islam, we are taught to look after our bodies and consume things that are good for our health. This is because we are entrusted by God with our body and our responsibility is to look after it. It’s no secret that during Ramadan we all love to enjoy fried food like samosas and we also get put off exercising. Amongst other things, Ramadan should also be a time when we are focusing on looking after our bodies and staying healthy.
So I wanted to share 5 very important health tips for Ramadan that will help you get through Ramadan, maintain good health, and stay on track with healthy habits that will do you wonders. This way it will not feel too overwhelming and are more likely to stick to your healthy habits.
This post is all about 5 healthy tips for Ramadan.
Healthy Tips For Ramadan
1. Healthy Suhoor
Skipping suhoor can increase dehydration and lower your glucose levels. So skipping suhoor is the last thing you want to do as this will result in low energy levels. I know how sleepy we can be when we wake up to eat, which makes us lazy and we end up not even eating or eating something that isn’t going to do us any good later on.
If this is you, then meal prepping for suhoor would make a huge difference. You can try making some of the recipes I have shared on two Suhoor blog posts (linked below). They are so quick to make and you can make them the night before ready for the next day and even for the week too. And some are so quick to make that you can make them in 5 minutes or less when you wake up!
Use the suhoor recipes linked below to inspire your healthy Ramadan meal plan!
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2. Break Your Fast With A Bowl Of Soup
Breaking your fast with a bowl of soup can do you wonders. Every Ramadan, for as long as I remember, my dad has been making vegetable soup for us to break our fast with. And when I got married I carried on this tradition because I understand how good it can do you after a long day of fasting.
A bowl of soup can keep you hydrated and is also packed with vitamins and minerals. This ensures you are fueling your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs during Ramadan especially after not having eaten nearly the whole day. You can try different varieties of healthy soups such as vegetables, lentils, tomato soups and so much more.
3. Drink Enough Water Between Suhoor And Iftar
How many of you get so thirsty whilst fasting but then end up not drinking enough water after iftar? Drinking at least 2L of water will ensure you are hydrating your body and ensure that you are hydrated enough for the next day. I found an article that highlights all the benefits of drinking water and these benefits are the reason why I wanted to add it along with the healthy tips for Ramadan I am sharing in this blog post. Click HERE for the article.
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4. Stick To A Manageable Ramadan Workout Schedule
A lot of people get put off exercising during Ramadan especially in the first few days because they tend to feel fatigued which is absolutely normal. But sticking to exercising during Ramadan is more manageable than you think and an amazing healthy habit for Ramadan for overall health. If you need some workout tips for Ramadan or even a manageable Ramadan workout schedule then I have linked two blog posts for you below”
If you do not have time after iftar for a quick workout, then a good time to do it is just before iftar. An hour before would be perfect to give you time to shower and get ready for iftar. This is why it is so important that you are prepared. Ensure the meals have been made and all you need to do is set the table.
Related blog posts:
- How To Workout During Ramadan (best time to workout, how to maintain a schedule and so much more!)
- A Manageable Ramadan Workout Plan For Busy People
5. Avoid Sugary, And Fried Food
In many cultures, fried food is something that is served for iftar every single day. But if you want to maintain good health during Ramadan, then avoid fried, and oily food during Iftar and suhoor. Avoiding fried/sugary food during suhoor is so important because otherwise, it will make you more thirsty during the day making fasting hard.
Your body needs all the vitamins and minerals it can get during Ramadan and fueling it with sugar, unhealthy fats and lots of sodium will do you so much more harm. This is not to say you can’t enjoy a fried samosa or fried chicken but maybe try to air fry it or cook it in the oven instead. If you do not have an air frier then I can’t recommend it enough. I have linked one below which has amazing reviews. We love our air frier and we make good use of it during Ramadan. Click HERE for a high-rated air fryer.
Other Ramadan Content You May Also Like:
- 20+ Affordable Ramadan Decorations
- A Guide On How To Stay Hydrated During Ramadan
- Manageable Ramadan Workout Plan For Busy People
- How To Workout During Ramadan
- 11 Healthy Suhoor Recipes To Keep You Full
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Lots of Love, Mariam x
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