Keep Healthy In Ramadan

Muslims across the world will take part in a time of reflection and purification. Imy Brighty-Potts looks at ways to maintain wellbeing while taking part in prolonged fasting

- Imy Brighty-Potts

RAMADAN - a time of reflection, devotion and purification - is observed by more than 1.5 billion Muslims the world over.

As one of the five pillars of Islam, it is one of the most important periods in the religious calendar.

However, not eating between sunrise and sunset, when a family will break their fast with iftar (the evening meal) is difficult mentally and physically, particularly as the lighter nights mean the fasting period will be two hours longer by the end of Ramadan, than it was at the beginning.

How can Muslims observing this important festival make sure they're staying happy and healthy, despite prolonged fasting?

Cut the caffeine