Ramadan/Fasting

HollyRutledge

Does anyone else here have any ideas on how to eat during Ramadan? I am thinking of just having a large meal in the A.M and a medium sized at Iftar (with dates), then maybe a snack before bed, but what things would be good to eat in the early A.M. that will keep me feeling full longer? I am open to any and all suggestions. I also plan to intake my water early in the AM to last me for the day, and do my workout just before bed.

HollyRutledge

Anyone?

BerryH

A high protein breakfast will help you feel fuller for longer. If you can stomach it, go the non-breakfast-breakfast route of chicken sandwich or similar. Or for something more traditional, try an omelette.

CoffeeNBooze

I agree with the above poster. Have some eggs with turkey sausage, or make an omelette. I'm always amazed at how full and satisfied i feel from that breakfast!

alliegeorge

Probably something carb heavy - porridge & some fruit would probably be a good choice.

devinexox

i think you would have to continue just eating healthy, my plan for ramadan is to still have a portion controlled meal sticking to my 1200 calories, i know its hard because we get invited to dinners ect.. but heaps of veggies and salads and soups .. its only for that month and the rest of the 11 months you can go back to normal ...

HollyRutledge

Thanks for the suggestions, devinexox, I also plan to stick to my calories, just trying to plan it so I don't go over or be under when the day is over. And usually by Iftar I am starving so I used to eat a lot, but I think this time I will just stick to smaller portions of healthier, filling foods.

anichofit

Protein advice is good, its a slow energy releasing food which should last you most the day dependent on how much you eat. Having a carb heavy will give you the initial bit of energy but will not last the day and any wheat based carbs will dehydrate you quicker. It's also equally important to hydrate yourself. If your like me it's going to be tough on this year in terms of time length Im from the uk.

devinexox

im so happy in australia its winter , time wont be long ! i get heaps thirsty for the firth few days then its all good! almost everything we eat for ramadan is healthy for us with lebanese food, lots of bbqs and salads and soups .. youll be ok ...im really looking forward to it this year ..

alliegeorge

Protein advice is good, its a slow energy releasing food which should last you most the day dependent on how much you eat. Having a carb heavy will give you the initial bit of energy but will not last the day and any wheat based carbs will dehydrate you quicker. It's also equally important to hydrate yourself. If your like me it's going to be tough on this year in terms of time length Im from the uk.

I always thought carb-y dishes keep you fuller longer - I may have to try a few protein heavy days

HollyRutledge

I thnk I will try to get most of my protein in in the morning, and carbs later in the evening. YES thirst is always a problem at first, but like you said after a few days, it gets easier.I am looking very forward to it, just trying to plan, so I don't get off track and lose any progress I've made.

anichofit

Porridge is good carbs, your not wrong there it has high level of protein content though. Also whole grain foods like whole grain rice, bread is better for you then the normal white bread, hamburger buns, cookies, donuts, candy, french fries and most breakfast cereals.

Dates are excellent! a lot of people don't even realise how good they are for long levels of energy.

Don't forget hydrate hydrate hydrate as much as possible during eating hours!

tadpole242

Porridge is good carbs, your not wrong there it has high level of protein content though. Also whole grain foods like whole grain rice, bread is better for you then the normal white bread, hamburger buns, cookies, donuts, candy, french fries and most breakfast cereals.

Dates are excellent! a lot of people don't even realise how good they are for long levels of energy.

Don't forget hydrate hydrate hydrate as much as possible during eating hours!

This, lots of fruit in the early hours, dates and the like, get u earlier and drink at least 1.5 litres of water, before sunrise, then in the evening have something high energy to snack one whilst preparing your food or before visiting friends. During the day try and rest as much as possible, you can go to the gym or out for a run after Ramadan has finished.

complicatedmoves

Does anyone else here have any ideas on how to eat during Ramadan? I am thinking of just having a large meal in the A.M and a medium sized at Iftar (with dates), then maybe a snack before bed, but what things would be good to eat in the early A.M. that will keep me feeling full longer? I am open to any and all suggestions. I also plan to intake my water early in the AM to last me for the day, and do my workout just before bed.

I usually have a smoothie, and a few pieces of fruit or oatmeal in the morning. At Iftar, break with dates, and I honestly want to try to avoid meat during Ramadan. All that Chicken at night makes it harder for me to fast during the next day, because my body goes into overdrive trying to digest it. I 'hydrate' up at night, and the early morning.

I plan on working out during Ramadan, I haven't done this since I was 17 years old....almost 12 years ago. I am thinking pilates, yoga, and water aerobics.

ALSO, please add me. It would be nice to have other Muslims on myfitnesspal during Ramadan.

PercivalHackworth

Hi,
I used myself to fast during the month of Ramadan. Since the fast is broken with carbs and fat-rich foods, you'd pick proteins and few carbs in the morning, and save the rest of your intakes for enjoying.
I'd go for a 30-70% split, so you make sure you REALLY enjoy the night with your friends and family while you stay within your goals.

Try protein-based meals in the morning, a typical meal would be two or three eggs, tuna and lentils, starches with dairy and a fruit.

So you can eat in the night pretty much everything :-)

BoxingCoachMo

Thanks for the tips here, i'll probably opt for porridge and some eggs for Sehri.

Evening i will go for pretty much everything. Can't over do it as in the UK the fasts will be looooooooooooooong, like 16-17 hours so my stomach will shrink over the course of the month.

I'm going to add a few of you guys going through this month, it will be great to support each other during this holy month.

Mdin1029

For seheri I usually have:
1. apple or pear
2. oatmeal
3. protein smoothie with fruit
4. two glasses water

For iftar:
1. two glasses water
2. fruit chaat (fruit salad with salt pepper ans chili powder)

For dinner:
depends (chicken, rice, salad)

Avoid anything fried or unhealthy otherwise. Have a great Ramadan!