How to eat healthy during Iftar

During Sehri, Muslims eat foods which can give them energy to survive all day, Iftar is the time to feast and gorge on treats after going without food the entire day.Here is a list f tips one should follow when they break their fast.

The body’s immediate need at the time of Iftar is to get an easily available energy source in the form of glucose for every living cell, particularly the brain and nerve cells. For Iftar, having foods high in carbohydrates can compensate for the reduced glucose levels experienced as a result of fasting.

1. Break the fast with dates/figs or fruit juices as they are good sources of simple sugars.

2. Soup and porridge along with dates, milk and tea are the best options for Iftar as they are fairly light and prepare the stomach for dinner.

3. Do not indulge in an unbalanced diet with too many servings of sherbets and sweets with added sugar as it is very unhealthy.

4. Do not drink too much water immediately after Iftar as it can contribute to fatigue and stomach pain.

5. Eating a fruit or nuts after Iftar is recommended. Half a glass of fruit juice can substitute a fruit.

6. Sweet desserts are not recommended as they make the individual feel hungry after a while.

7. Avoid heavy meals for Iftar to prevent extra load on the digestive system. If planning a dinner, it should be consumed at least 2 hours after Iftar and should be very light.

9. Do not overfill your plate with food at dinner. Stand away from the buffet spread and take only as much as you are hungry in your plate to eat.

10. Do not sleep immediately after Iftar. Take a small walk around the block or spend time interacting with family members to avoid sleeping immediately after Iftar.

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