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.

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Healthy Tips For Ramadan

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5 Ramadan Tips For A Healthy 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. If you are wondering what the best food to have for Suhoor then check out my healthy suhoor recipes blog post. 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!

2. Break Your Fast With A Bowl Of Soup

Ever wondered what the best way to break fast during Ramadan is? It’s a bowl of soup (of course a healthy soup), of course after a sip of water and a date. 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 rehydrate you and nourish your body after a day of fasting. 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.

Something that can help you drink 2L of water during Ramadan is drinking at least 1 liter during suhoor time and then another liter (or more if you wish) after Iftar. This way you are not trying to drink a whole 2L of water after iftar which can only cause discomfort and affect your sleep too.

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 check out my 30 day Ramadan workout schedule with videos (don’t forget to mute the music!).

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.

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.

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 once or twice during Ramadan, but maybe try to cook it in the oven more often so you are still enjoying the foods you love.

If you love a sweet snack after Iftar, then check out my healthy snack alternatives blog post for some ideas that will for sure satisfy your cravings!

Here are a few reasons why you must avoid sugary and fried foods during Suhoor and Iftar:

Energy Crashes: Sugary foods cause a quick energy spike followed by a crash, leaving you tired during fasting hours.
Dehydration: Fried and sugary foods can increase thirst, making fasting harder.
Digestive Issues: They can lead to bloating, indigestion, or heartburn.
Hunger Pangs: They don’t keep you full for long, making you feel hungrier sooner.
Weight Gain: High-calorie, low-nutrient foods can contribute to unhealthy weight gain.
Sleep Disruption: Sugar can affect sleep quality, impacting energy levels for the next day.
Low Nutritional Value: These foods lack the essential nutrients needed to sustain energy and health during fasting.

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