Contest: Fasting in Ramadan. @blessingogah-1

INTRODUCTION

The month of Ramadanis regarded as a holy month in islam. It is a time of the year when we reflect on our spiritual growth and renewal of our soul. It is a month of fasting, prayer, and charity. A time to draw closer to Allah (God) and to purify the soul. Ramadan, is a time to reconnect with family and friends, to give thanks, and to seek forgiveness. A blessed month that brings peace and joy to the world. A month to fulfill our obligations as Muslims

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What are the health benefits of fasting in Ramadan?

Aside fasting during Ramadan, fasting on just ordinary days helps a lot. It has so many health benefits and I'm going to list them below.

• 1st: fasting help us to get cleanse in the body and get detoxify from harmful toxins during the fasting.

• 2nd: Fasting help to boost our immune system and help us to fight off diseases. That's is why its very important to consume enough water after fasting.

• 3rd, Fasting helps us to regulate our blood sugar levels and promote weight loss. When you want to loss weight, you can choose fasting over going to the gym.

• 4th, Fasting helps to improve our mental clarity and focus. It helps you to feel light upstairs and helps us to think straight.

• 5th, Fasting promote our spiritual growth and brings us closer to God. All these benefits make fasting during Ramadan a worth doing practice for Muslims all over the world. And it's important to carryout your obligations as a Muslim during this time of Ramadan as it is what is expected of you.

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What items do you keep at Iftar?

The following items are usually kept at iftar;
1: Date : dates are important source of energy,fibre and antioxidants and it is a great way of breaking fasting.

2: Proteins: it is very important to include some protein sources like fish, chicken, eggs and milk. It helps to keep the body satiated and provides the body with nutrients too.

3: water: This is the most important thing to be added at iftar. It helps to provide hydration after a long fasting. It also helps to flush toxins that have accumulated in the body during the fasting. It also helps to regulate the body temperature. So be advised to take plenty of water after fasting.

4: Fruits: We are all aware that fruits include vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, all of which are useful to the health. It is important to know that eating fruits during iftar helps to normalize our blood sugar levels and our blood pressure which may have been altered by the fasting. Eating fruits also helps to replenish our bodies' energy reserves after a long day without food or drink. Fruits also help to keep our digestive system running smoothly and cleanse the body's systems. Fruits are a healthy and delightful way to conclude your fast. And it's important to eat fruits before any heavier meals at iftar.

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Do you prefer to have Iftar with your family members?

Yes, it is absolutely beautiful to end the fast with family members. As we all know, Sharing a meal with our loved ones like families after a long day of fasting can be a very meaningful and bonding experience to have. Imgain having iftar alone, when you can have it with family. Eating together as a family will strengthen family relationships and help to build a sense of community.

Also having iftar with a family can be a time to share stories, jokes, and other forms of communication. It can also be a time to read the Quran and pray together. Ending the fasting together with family is a great way to reflect on the day and give thanks to God for the provision of the food and the companionship that exist between all of you as families. And It is also important to know that breaking the fasting with family members is a special and important part of Ramadan and everyone should practice having iftar with families.

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What are people's misconceptions about fasting

There are numerous misunderstandings regarding fasting that individuals have. One of the known misconceptions about fasting is that fasting consists mainly of not eating or drinking for a period of time. But that is not how I see it. I see Fasting as a way of promoting our spiritual discipline, self-reflection, and connection with our beliefs. We should know that Fasting does not only entails abstaining from food and drink, but also from any unpleasant thoughts, feelings, or behaviors. It is a moment in our lives to be grateful and compassionate to others and draw closer to God.

Many people are unaware that fasting promotes spiritual growth. Fasting is an act of abstaining from everything that does not bring glory to God or our body. The time of Ramadan is a time to make peace with ourselves and others. A time to feed the poor and needy.

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In conclusion.
Ramadan is not just a time to fast alone, it's a time to show love to one another, feed the poor, and extend arms to the needy. It's a time to forgive those that have offended. May this Ramadan be a time of peace, love, and hope for all of us and may through this fasting all our heart desires be granted.

Thanks for reading and I look forward to reading from you too. I'm inviting @bossj23 @abdullahw2 and @shahidalinaz