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Apr 6

Ramadan, Lent 2023 diet: Tips to keep your heart healthy during fasting period – Hindustan Times

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ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Fasting is a practice that has been observed across various religions and cultures for centuries - be it Navratri, Ramadan (also known as Ramazan, Ramzaan or Ramzan) and Lent where studies by NCBI show that fasting can also have positive effects on weight reduction, insulin resistance and preventing coronary artery disease. Health experts insist that it is equally important to take special care of your health if you are suffering from any chronic condition such as heart-health issues, high blood pressure or diabetes, as fasting can lead to electrolyte imbalance and can make the heart prone to arrhythmias.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Santosh Kumar Dora, Senior Cardiologist at Asian Heart Institute in Mumbai, revealed who should avoid fasting and said, Patients with unstable angina, recent heart attacks, or those who have undergone heart surgery in the last 4-6 weeks, should avoid fasting. Other than that, patients with uncontrolled hypertension, or heart rhythm disorders should also not fast as they may require frequent medication.

To avoid the potential risks of fasting and ensure that your health is not compromised, he suggested a few key tips to keep your heart healthy during the fasting period:

While the above tips are standard, it is important for heart patients to consult a doctor and ensure they are in stable condition before fasting. They should consult their healthcare provider so that their medications can be adjusted during the non-fasting hours, especially those who need to use anticoagulants (medicines that help prevent blood clots), if they stop taking them on time, they may face severe health consequences.

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