People who worry about how to lose weight in Ramzan are unaware of the phrase ‘everything is possible’, it just depends on how you approach it.
Ramzan can be a great starting point if weight loss is your goal but interestingly rather than losing weight, many people ended up gaining more weight.
Yes, you can lose weight while you’re fasting in Ramadan with a few basic and simple steps that you can follow throughout the Holy month to lose and maintain weight.
1) Say no to overeating
Avoid overeating at iftar as it increases the risk of developing a chronic condition and increases weight.
2) Bid farewell to sugary food
Avoid eating sugary food items as it can lead to weight gain, blood sugar problems, and an increased risk of heart disease.
3) Eat slowly
Eat slowly and chew every bite of food to the end, which will make you eat less during iftar.
4) Plan meal timings
Eat the main course of the meal an hour or two after iftar so your body can digest food without overloading your tummy.
5) Replace unhealthy food
Replace fried, oily, and fatty food with baked items, fresh fruits, salad, dates, and a glass of skimmed milk.
6) Swap out the soda
Water is best, but if you want something sweet to drink or are trying to lose weight, diet drinks can be a better choice than sugary drinks.
7) Moderate meal in sehri
At sehri, eat a moderate meal with some eggs, wholemeal porridge, fruits, low-fat milk, fruit juice, cereals, and salad.
8) Focus on healthy food
Eat more fruit and salad if you get hungry between iftar and sehri. Optimize your fluid intake during non-fasting time by drinking 6-8 glasses of water.
