Overview The essence of Ramadan is the spiritual and physical practice of self-discipline and self-restraint and not about feasting as we may think. While some people gain weight during Ramadan due to overeating and by making unhealthy food choices, others struggle to maintain healthy body weigh...

Overview Fasting in Ramadan is one of the key pillars of Islam and is considered to be spiritual cleansing of the mind, body and soul. It entails numerous physical, spiritual and mental benefits. From an improved daily routine to weight management and healthier eating habits, fasting can be very...

Overview Dates are tropical fruit grown on palm trees in small clusters. They are uniquely sweet and are highly nutritious. When consumed, they rapidly replenish energy and invigorate the body.In Ramadan, dates serve as an important food at iftar and suhoor. The sugar in dat...

Overview Fasting during Ramadan is obligatory for all Muslims. However, there are some exemptions for people with chronic conditions like diabetes. Despite potentially being exempt, many people with diabetes choose to fast. Managing diabetes during Ramadan fasting can be challenging and can in c...

Vaccines are the world's safest method to protect children from life-threatening diseases -UNICEF Overview Immunization is the process whereby a person is made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, typically by the administration of a vaccine. Vaccines reduce the risk of getting a ...