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Balanced Eating: A Guide to a Healthy Ramadan Diet 🌙

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...

Top 14 Edible Essential Oils

Since many oils are concentrated,  consider  1 drop  being  equal to 1 teaspoon of  a  spice or herb.   Due to their concentration, dilution is important. Do  not consume directly. It is always  IMPORTANT  to read the essential oil label before adding to food or ingesting.  If labeled "NOT FOR INTERNAL USE" do not consume orally nor with  drink or  foods.  Most essential oils that can be used internally are labeled by the FDA as GRAS (Generally Regarded as Safe). Always read the label before consuming. Essential oils should be kept away from young children. If pregnant or nursing, consult with your healthcare provider before using.  Since the beginning of human civilization, people have realized the benefits of  essential oils . The ancient Egyptians used them during ceremonial celebrations and the mummification process, and throughout history, these oils continued to be highly valued and frequently use...

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Meaningful Spring Cleaning

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