By Dr Rajarshi Mitra Maintaining a balanced diet during Ramadan is essential for your overall health and well-being. This guide, crafted by Dr. Rajarshi Mitra, a Laparoscopic Surgeon in Abu Dhabi, provides practical tips and advice on how to eat healthily during Ramadan, including what to eat during Suhoor and Iftar to stay energized and nourished throughout the holy month. Read on to discover how you can observe Ramadan while prioritizing your health. Understanding Balanced Eating for a Healthy Ramadan Diet What Does Balanced Eating Mean During Ramadan? As Dr. Rajarshi Mitra, a Laparoscopic Surgeon in Abu Dhabi with extensive experience in patient care, I often emphasize the importance of balanced eating, especially during Ramadan. Balanced eating during Ramadan means consuming a variety of foods from all food groups – carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals – in appropriate proportions. This helps ensure you receive all the necessary nutrients to maintain energy leve...
As the weather warms up during the springtime, it’s time to break out a new haircare routine. Think of the season as a fresh start; a time for renewal and new beginnings. Why not start with applying a few new, healthy habits to your hair care routine while at home? From DIY at-home treatments to easy hair hacks, try these spring hair care ideas for healthy looking locks. 1. Stop washing your hair every day The oils produced naturally by our scalp help keep hair moisturized and strong. But washing your hair too often can dry it out and cause breakage. Rather than washing hair every day, space out washes to every other day or twice a week (adapt based on what works best for your hair type). You can also do a water-only wash and skip the shampoo to remove dirt, or try a dry shampoo to prevent hair from looking greasy. 2. Try a coconut oil treatment Coconut oil has so many uses, from cleaning teeth to flavoring foods. It also pr...