Preparations for Ramadan begin in earnest before the arrival of Ramadan, with more emphasis being placed on grocery shopping so that there is no shortage of food and drink and ensuring that Suhoor and Iftar are complete. A wide variety of food is available and the table is spacious.Muslims have been fasting ever since it became obligatory. Individually, we start fasting as soon as we enter puberty. In some families, children start fasting even earlier due to the influence of the environment and the desire for reward. But one thing that is considered an essential part of Ramadan is food. The women of the house spend the precious hours of Ramadan, rather most of the time, in preparing the food and then the whole family eats it.
This sequence starts with shopping and then ends with Suhore, Iftar, snacks and dinner. Cruelty occurs when oil is used as water and fried and fried foods are eaten, sugar is also consumed in abundance, especially in beverages. Unaware of how badly it is harming your health. Every class is equal in it, those who also organize worship, and those who fast only to fulfill their duty. The thought behind it is that the more you eat, the more energy you will have and the better the fast will be.This is not the purpose of fasting at all, nor is it its spirit. Its disadvantages outweigh its advantages. Let’s take a look at the scientific side of it and try to understand that Ramadan is not about food and drink and the goals of fasting can be achieved with a balanced diet that keeps the body energized and the mind calm
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After research and experience, it has been proved that eating only two nutritious meals can fulfill all the needs of the human body which can keep it energetic and fit. As a result of this research, the practice of “intermittent fasting” is now flourishing in the West, in which there is a break between meals.The duration of fasting is determined by each person according to his endurance, but most people follow the rule of eighteen, six, that is, eighteen hours of fasting and six hours of eating, in which two or three meals are eaten. Balanced and nutritious. Water is consumed during fasting which prevents dehydration and maintains mineral quality. Its results are quite amazing and amazing. This fat helps the body to lose weight. Otherwise it keeps you physically and mentally energetic.
Especially the processes that are taking place inside our body in response to intermittent fasting such as continuous cell repair, correcting the levels of glucose and other chemicals, improving digestive system and liver function, increasing immunity and body. Using pre-stored body fat for energy. According to one of his researches, infectious diseases are less in the Middle East than in the rest of the world, because fasting is done there for a whole month, but diabetes is more, because there is carelessness in eating and drinking.The secret which the British have found today was revealed by Allah to us fourteen hundred years ago. (Al-Baqarah 184) In the first and previous centuries, it was customary to eat less during Ramadan and beyond. The Holy Prophet, peace and blessings of God be upon him, has also encouraged this and said that a believer eats with one intestine and an unbeliever with seven intestines. (Sahih Bukhari) He, peace and blessings of God be upon him, also said, The meaning is to make three parts of the stomach, one for food, one for water and one for air (Tirmidhi, Ibn Majah).
But we are completely opposite. We eat as if we may not be lucky enough to eat later and this is where the door to desires opens. It is very harmful to both the religion and the world, its implications are long-term, which are only realized when irreparable damage has been done. From a religious point of view it is also a waste of time which can be used for some good work.Let’s make a pledge this Ramadan that we will spend our energies on pleasing Allah and spend Ramadan as it deserves to be spent, not as an ornament to the kitchen and dining table. We will focus our energies on protecting and developing our health during Ramadan and beyond. May Allah grant us all the ability to understand this secret and to practice it. (Amen)
Breaking the fast with dates is also a Sunnah of the Prophet and is also considered a quick source of energy in the body. Water is very important in itself, but its importance increases even more for the fasting person because the body gets dehydrated due to not drinking anything during the whole day of fasting. Therefore, during Iftar, where there is a need to meet the lack of water throughout the day through drinks, there is also a need to meet the need of water in the body for the next fast. Therefore, Nimbu water, Rooh Afza, Watermelon juice etc. should be used more in Iftar. Also, soups made from vegetables or legumes are a great way to rehydrate your body and provide essential nutrients.Protein-rich foods such as meat, chicken, fish, beans, and lentils can help repair and rebuild muscle tissue that breaks down during fasting. Similarly, carbohydrates such as brown rice, whole wheat bread, and pasta can provide sustained energy and help fill you up. It should be noted that eating fruits and vegetables can provide vitamins, minerals and fiber, which are essential for good health. It should be noted that like Suhore, avoid processed foods and too much sweets in Iftar too.
