Ramadan Kareem!
Emphasizing healthy eating during Suhoor and Iftar will help us to keep energy and hydration throughout the day as we get through this blessed month of Ramadan 2025.
Eating the correct foods
Selecting the correct foods will help to avoid digestion problems, thirst, and tiredness.
I have put together a quick guide here at Sphere Medium for my readers to follow! Hopefully these guidelines will help you decide on what to eat and what to avoid.
Suhoor (pre-dawn meal)
Suhoor should be filling and nutritious to keep you going through the fast.
Choose foods containing,
whole grains, oats, and brown rice which release energy gradually and help you feel full for longer.
Foods high in protein aid in preserving muscle strength, for example, eggs, yoghurt, cottage cheese, and almonds.
Avocados, olives, and almonds give steady energy from healthy fats.
Foods like, yoghurt, watermelon, and cucumber assist in preserving levels of hydration.
Make sure to drink lots of water to avoid dehydration. Sip two to three glasses at least during suhoor.
Foods to Avoid During Suhoor
Foods high in salt and spices can make one thirsty and dehydrated.
Though they provide a rapid energy boost, sugary cereals and pastries cause an energy collapse.
Coffee and tea raise urine output, which causes dehydration.
Iftar (breaking of the fast)
What should one eat?
Your body requires immediate hydration and nutrition after extended fasting hours.
The best choice would be dates and water, which helps the body to be hydrated and replenish sugars very quickly and at the same time it’s a Sunnah too.
Foods high in protein like grilled chicken, fish, lentils, and beans assist in restoring vigour.
Vegetables and Fruits offer necessary vitamins and digestive aid from their fibres.
Yoghurt and soups aid in hydration and are mild on the stomach.
Foods to Steer Clear of at Iftar
Fried and greasy foods could make one uncomfortable and bloated.
Carbonated Drinks boost acidity and slow down breakdown.
Too Many sweets or desserts may cause an energy boost but rapidly brings you down too.
Following these Ramadan Kareem guidelines will help you to be hydrated, healthy, and energised for Ramadan 2025. I wish you a month of great blessings and fulfilment.
Frequently Asked Questions about
What food should be eaten during Suhoor to keep us fuller for longer?
Eggs yoghurt, and nuts, are an excellent choice along with complex carbs such as oats or wheat bread.
Is Coffee or tea recommended for Suhoor?
No, should be avoided even though the elders always recommend as they feel it helps with headaches. Teas and coffees are dehydrating.
How to avoid feeling lethargic during the fast?
Make sure you don’t eat or drink too much sugar or fried foods.
why should we avoid fried food during Ramadan?
They taste good at Iftar but can later bloat you and make you uncomfortable.
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