How diabetes can be a fasting person’s safe friend

How diabetes can be a fasting person’s safe friend

RIYADH — Dr. Abdullah Al-Dhiabi, an internist and gastroenterologist at King Abdulaziz Medical City, warned diabetics to avoid excessive consumption of fried foods and sugars in processed juices during the holy month of Ramadan, so as not to face challenges related to dealing with the disease that may affect their fasting and acts of worship.In an interview he gave to Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Dr. Abdullah Al-Dhiabi stressed the importance of walking for diabetics during the holy month of Ramadan.However, they should avoid exercising during daylight hours, especially intense and strenuous physical exercises so as to prevent complications such as low blood sugar levels or dehydration.He indicated that the best times for walking are during the night, about 2 - 3 hours after taking the last meal, and for a period ranging between 30-45 minutes daily.Al-Dhiabi said: “Most diabetics are able to fast safely, especially with the implementation of instructions related to treating the disease during Ramadan, but in some cases the doctor may advise the diabetic not to fast.“This,