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While healthy people can fast the entire month of Ramadan without encountering major health problems, a portion of the population who suffer from diabetes and want to fast are in a dilemma. Health experts, however, say that a number of lifestyle choices and personal management plans can help them sail through the month.
A major portion of the residents of the UAE suffer from the lifestyle disorder. In 2015, the UAE had one million cases, according to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). Figures also suggest that the UAE is among the countries with the highest incidence of diabetes in the region with a prevalence of 14.6 per cent in adults above the age of 60. Anyone living with Type 1 diabetes is at high risk of complications when fasting and are therefore exempt according to Awqaf's fatwa.
Giving guidance and advice to people with diabetes, the Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLD), Abu Dhabi, says that though it is possible to manage diabetes and fast, a doctor should be consulted.
"A healthy lifestyle must be maintained throughout the year and not just during Ramadan," says Dr Farhana bin Lootah, specialist internal medicine at ICDL.
"Being smart about your food choices and understanding the importance of portion control can make fasting an easier and more rewarding experience for diabetics."
"It is essential to remember that during fasting, our body slows down and uses alternative source of energy, such as the liver, to balance the glucose in our blood, and could affect prescribed insulin or other medication," she adds.
"I would advise anyone living with diabetes to speak to their doctor ahead of Ramadan so that a personal management plan can be drawn up," says Dr Farhana.
Healthy plate
Diabetics can make sure they are eating the right amount using the healthy plate method. They can also manage their diet by spacing out their meal, staying hydrated, consuming good carbohydrates as well as performing a moderate activity.
During Ramadan, our body, spirit, activity levels, sleep and dietary habits go through many changes, where activity/exercise, diet and medication being the three main factors affecting blood glucose levels.
Starting today, the following free events will take place at the Medeor 24x7 Hospitals throughout June: June 12-16: Gastroenterology Department hosts talks on what and how to eat during non-fasting windows June 19-23: Consultations by Department of Internal Medicine to manage lifestyle diseases like hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and allergies June 27-30: Paediatric Department host sessions to minimise the behavioural and lifestyle effects of fasting on children To benefit from the free consultations at any of the Medeor 24x7 Hospital locations in Abu Dhabi, Yas Mall and Al Ain, or for any other inquiries, you can call 800-900-600. |
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