Shia Helpline numbers
9335280700,
9839097407,
9415580936
Sunni Helpline numbers
9415023970,
9335929670,
9415102947,
9236064987,
9889407160
or email
ramzanhelpline2005@gmail.com
Health tips for Ramzan
Mistakes to avoid-
Drinking lots of water at iftar
Why:Filling stomach with water is more strenuous than with food
Solution: Take few sips at iftar then drink glass of water after every 2 hours
Exercise after iftar
Why:Body's blood flow is concentrated around the stomach at that time.
Solution: Exercise after 2 hours of eating to ease digestion.
Consuming food with high sodium
Why:Sodium triggers thirst during fasting.
Solution:Eat foods high in potassium as they retain water and suppress thirst.Bananas are high in potassium.
Best choices for Sehri:Potato,rice,dates,whole grain bread,banana
Worst food for iftar:
Deep fried food-samosa,pakore,bakery products
Best food for iftar:
Dates,milk & milk products, fresh juice,egg boiled,oats.
Apps such as Muslim Pro,Islamic Pro and Ramadan 2015 tell the direction of prayers as well as iftaar,sehri and prayer timings.