Three medical factors must be remembered during fasting

Muslims who suffer from health conditions such as diabetes are exempt from commitment to fasting, but this does not prevent many from the desire to join friends and family during Ramadan.

During Ramadan, in the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, adult Muslims must refrain from eating any food, drinks or drugs by mouth between dawn and sunset.

Doctors warn of Muslims all over the world, especially those who suffer from pre -existing conditions, to see some health risks during this time, above all regarding how to take medicine and deal with diabetes.

1. Watch how to take the medicine

Fasting affects metabolism and medical experts say that the body interacts differently with the drug as a result.

Example: diuretics, or water pills, used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. If you do not fast and do not drink during the day, you should adjust the dose of the drug. Otherwise, there is a risk of dehydration, as the body loses a lot of water.

The blood pressure drug is supposed to be taken with the active ingredient of Lerucanidipine before meals. However, if you swallow the tablet during the month of Ramadan after a delicious meal after sunset, the effect will be intensified, the pharmacist will tell you.

The Federation of Pharmaceutical Associations in Germany ABDA is asking Muslims to be on the safe side and obtain medical advice in advance and/or discuss the issue in the pharmacy. These pharmacists advise not to change the dose or just skip medications on your own during Ramadan.

Although taking the medicine is not allowed during the day in Ramadan, there are exceptions worthy of observation, including inhalation devices, ointments and eye drops.

It may be possible to switch to a different form of management during the month of fasting – this must also be explained in advance.

2. Diabetics: Do not wrestle until your sugar levels are disrupted

Not all diabetics are identical, and some people with metabolic disorder have a high risk or even very high complications from Ramadan.

This applies to all people with type 1 diabetes, who generally advise doctors against fasting. This is because the long interruption of eating during the day can cause dangerous fluctuations in blood sugar levels, and the risk of severe blood sugar is high.

Those who still want to fast should do this under close medical examinations and with continuous measurements of blood sugar levels.

On the other hand, people with type 2 diabetes can be low. However, they should also consult a doctor in advance – to clarify any possible modification of the drugs. Of course, they must also check the blood sugar level regularly throughout the day.

If the blood sugar level goes out of control, diabetics should stop fasting immediately. Symptoms such as tremors and dizziness indicate a lack of blood sugar, and the level of blood sugar less than 70 mg/dL is also a warning sign.

High blood sugar is indicated through frequent urination, fatigue, confusion and nausea, as well as blood sugar level above 300 mg/dL.

Diabetics in particular should respond to the doctor’s advice regarding the changes that have been changed. When it is at risk of medical emergency, Muslims are allowed to break fasting. Diabetes can be consumed, for example, glucose to prevent hypoglycemia and should continue to verify blood sugar levels several times a day.

3. Long -term food Themhur Beware of sugary breakfast

Breakfast – the meal after sunset – is often characterized by sweet and fatty foods. If you have diabetes, it is best to avoid breakfast like Baklava and sweet drinks.

For the level of stable blood sugar, it is best to keep products, day, legumes, vegetables and lean free proteins.

For suhur, the meal before sunrise, try to choose high foods in the fiber and will make you feel full for a longer period. Oats or whole grains are a good option here. Small salted soup can also help you reach today without fluid, but it is still in good health.