The effect of overeating after Ramadan on public health

During Ramadan, many people consume large amounts of food or follow an unbalanced diet for breaking the fast that can lead to stomach upset and intestinal disorders that may exacerbate existing health conditions.

 

Health problems caused by overeating during Ramadan

Many people can suffer from the effect of overeating after Ramadan due to eating beyond the level of satiety at the time of breaking the fast, which also leads to weight gain, obesity and associated complications, such as diabetes and heart disease. Part of the benefits of fasting is to help develop a healthier lifestyle.

Among the most common diseases that may be exposed to due to excessive eating in Ramadan:

• Obesity.
• Heart disease.
• High levels of sugar in the blood, which causes diabetes.
• Abdominal pain occurs when people eat breakfast too quickly.
• Flatulence, where eating a large amount of carbohydrates in meals causes bloating.

Tips from Zein Clinic doctors to prevent health problems caused by overeating during Ramadan

• You must eat Suhoor because this will increase the duration of your fast, which is not recommended in this hot season and may lead to dehydration and fatigue.
• Plan your breakfast in advance and make sure it is light.
• Drink plenty of water during the period between breakfast and bedtime.
• Avoid salty foods during breakfast and suhoor.
• Avoid caffeinated drinks such as cola, coffee or tea.
• Stay away from heavy fatty foods.
• When using oil in food preparation, it is preferable to use only a small amount of olive oil or other polyunsaturated fats.
• Also avoid refined carbohydrates and sugar such as white bread, white rice, sweets and pastries that can cause a spike in blood sugar, leading to weight gain.
• A good walk between breakfast and suhoor helps to have good health.
• Stay away from soft drinks and canned food as they may actually lead to digestive problems such as bloating.

 

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Sources: NCBI