Fasting and dieting advice

StormSparks1994

Hi guys, I wanted some tips on how i can manage to diet during the fasting month (Ramadan) . I tend to go a little overboard when it comes to eating after a long day of not eating. What can I do?

autumnrunning

drink yourself full: tea, water, flavored water, broth...

have salads or healthy snacks inbetween.

most of all do not let yourself get too hungry, this is what causes all overeating.

StormSparks1994

I can't really eat during the day. With fasting I have to eat before and the forgo food for about 12+ inc sleeping during them. I need advice about what I should eat before i start the fast e.g what filling foods should i eat for breakfast

AbsoluteNG

Don't eat breakfast. That's probably the worst thing to do as breakfast makes a lot of people hungry. Just eat at night when the fast is over.

lcfairbairn74

Most people lose weight over Ramadan because it is a form of intermittent fasting. Eat a great breakfast, with plenty of protein to keep you going through the day. And lots of fluid of course! When you break fast I wouldn't really worry about calories. Just eat a little less of the foods you know are packed full of empty calories, but I wouldn't restrict yourself too much.

d9123

look up intermittent fasting

thinklivebefree

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/997459-weightloss-in-ramadan

StormSparks1994

Thanks so much!

jacksonpt

Can you drink during the fasting period? Even just water can go a long way with hunger pangs. After that, it's just about control.

I agree with the IF suggestion. There is a whole dietary approach centered on fasting for 12+ hours.