How to maximise health benefits by avoiding feasting after fasting — Dubai experts offer guideline

How to maximise health benefits by avoiding feasting after fasting — Dubai experts offer guideline

Dubai: As Ramadan helps reset the physiological functions of the body, experts advise moderation during Eid in order to capitalise on the health benefits that accrue during Ramadan. We can reinstate the normal rhythm and avoid excessive feasting during the festive week. Dr Hamed Farooqi, director at the Dubai Diabetes Centre of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), said: “Ramadan teaches people self-control. What one learns during this period must be followed for the rest of the year. So during Eid, slowly re-introduce eating and do not overwhelm your body with heavy food, sugar and oil. This can actually trigger high blood glucose episodes. This can happen even to non-diabetic individuals. “ The best method of re-setting life is to look at the basic four aspects that are crucial to getting back to the routine. This are: Food, sleep, hydration and physical fitness. Dr Yogesh Shastri, specialist gastroenterologist at NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi, explained why it was important to not over eat during Eid. Dr Shastri said: “The dawn-to-dusk fast during Ramadan gives one ample opportunity to replenish energy with pre-dawn and dusk meals. This provides a progressive, gentle transition from using glucose to fat as the main source of