WHAT ARE THE REASONS FOR WEIGHT GAIN DURING RAMADAN?
- Eating continuously, especially between Iftar and Suhour, which is sometimes accompanied by tiredness due to the feeling of fullness.
- Inactivity and lethargy after Iftar
- Consuming large portions of food, more than the usual
- Eating fried, high fat and calories food (kunafa, katayef, pastries and samosa) in large uncontrolled amounts, especially in the evenings
- Going out for Iftar or inviting guests over which may be putting you within reach of large varieties and quantities of mouth-watering, but calorie dense food
WAYS TO EAT HEALTHY AND CONTROL WEIGHT GAIN
Here are some tips that will definitely help you in managing your weight during the fasting month
- Avoid overeating: Have a light Iftar that includes reasonable food portions
Chew your food slowly to avoid indigestion - Have your soup and salad first; as these are low in calories and make you feel full
Drink at least eight glasses of water during the non-fasting hours - Limit the intake of sweetened fruit juices, make your own at home instead of the readymade ones as they contain high amounts of sugar
- Choose low-fat dairy products and lean meats
- Replace Arabic sweets with fruit salad and fresh fruits every now and then
- Exercising is an important factor to help you burn fat. Walk every day for at least half an hour, aiming to one hour in order to burn the extra calories.
HEALTHY COOKING ALSO PLAYS A ROLE IN MANAGING YOUR WEIGHT!
When cooking, make your favourite Ramadan recipes healthier by avoiding deep frying whenever possible. Instead, reduce the amount of fat in your meals by cooking your food with a little bit of vegetable oil, baking, roasting, steaming or grilling. Keep in mind that reducing fat in your cooking does not necessarily mean reducing its flavour. You can enhance the seasoning of your dishes by using fresh vegetables, fresh herbs and spices, which add taste without adding calories.
Also Read:Importance Of Tawba in Ramadan
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