Health
Tips for Fastening
Solution
of common problems during fastening
Heart
burn or acidity is a very common problem at this time. During Ramadan acid
secretion from stomach is reduced, but smelling of food and craving for food
stimulates brain which ultimately stimulates increased acid secretion. For this
those who are suffering from previous acidity or peptic ulceration should take
different antacid as per advice by the physicians, avoid fatty, oily and spicy
meals at sehri, iftar and meals.
Headache
is very common problem, especially in first few days of Ramadan. It is due to
fasting, change of schedule of normal food habits and less sleep. It can also
happen due to dehydration, fluid loss, and inadequate rest. To avoid headache, you
have to take adequate rest, drink plenty of water and fresh fruit juice. For
severe headache, analgesic like paracetamol or NSAID can be taken. Avoid drinking
excessive coffee or tea and smoking along with exposure to sunlight during
Ramadan.
Constipation
is another common problem during Ramadan. Because of long time fasting,
dehydration and less intake of fiber rich food, constipation may occur. For
this reason, it is advised to drink plenty of water, fresh fruit juice, fiber
rich diet and vegetables during meal, ifter and sehri. In case of severe
constipation appropriate laxative may be used as per advice of doctors.