Did you know that in Islam women who are pregnant or nursing their babies are permitted not to fast during Ramadan and to make up for the missed fasts at a later time? Taking advantage of this Islamic exemption will benefit both the mother and the child, especially if the infant is under a year old. With very young babies there is the possibility that the milk supply could be affected by the fasting if it is just being established. If you opt to fast when your baby is on solids and your mi...

A blood test called  hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test reveals your average blood sugar (glucose) level over the previous two to three months. Your blood contains glucose, a form of sugar that is obtained from the food you eat. Glucose provides energy to your cells. The hormone insulin aids in the uptake of glucose by your cells. If you have diabetes, your body either produces insufficient insulin or your cells don't properly utilize it. Because of the inability of glucose to enter your cells,...

Fasting in the month of Ramadan is compulsory for all healthy adult Muslims on reaching puberty. It is atotal fast, with complete abstinence from both food and drink. But when someone cannot fast in Ramadan, they can make up for the lost days afterwards. If one can’t make up the lost days afterwards (for example, because of ill health or pregnancy), then they can pay (fidya) for someone else to be fed. I take tuberculosis medication, can I fast? Depending on the patient’s condit...

It's important to take necessary health precautions and make preparations before starting the Ramadan fast. Some of the screening examinations that can be done include: Examination of fat and blood sugar profile     The examination is done to determine blood sugar levels as well as total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL cholesterol in the body. It is related to the onset of diseases such as heart, hypertension, diabetes and stroke.   Examination Of Kidney Func...

Fasting has numerous benefits for the body, such as regulating blood pressure and reducing blood sugar. However, some people may be susceptible to certain diseases during fasting due to changes in their diet and daily habits. Some people may experience negative effects due to changes in their diet and daily habits. For example, if someone is used to eating meals throughout the day and suddenly switches to only eating in the morning and evening, their body may have difficulty adjusting to the...

Children can fully immerse themselves in Islamic values throughout Ramadan. The most crucial thing is to realize that encouraging children to begin fasting in the most pleasant way for them. Mums can do the following to get their children ready for Ramadan. Make sure  that children are fit and healthy for fasting. Every child is unique. Some children are ready at age 4, while others wish to begin at age 6. The following step is to inform kids that Ramadan is coming. Children are able...