Ahead of Ramadan, 7 lessons in fasting: Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by around 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide – and is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. Dictated by the lunar calendar, this year Ramadan is expected to fall on the evening of Sunday 10th March, ending on […]
With Ramadan 2024 expected to begin around 10th March, the British Nutrition Foundation are highlighting the importance of eating well to support health during the month of fasting. Millions of Muslims observing Ramadan will not eat or drink anything during daylight hours and so, good nutrition and hydration is key. The Foundation has tips for […]
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Muslim Aid on Tuesday distributed 10,000 meals as it launches its flagship Feed The Fasting campaign in the UK to combat the cost-of-living crisis. Muslim Aid, which is one of the oldest British Muslim charities, carried out launch event for the distribution at East London Mosque in partnership with Euro Foods. Local high-profile figure such […]
Fasting is becoming increasingly common, both for religious and dietary reasons. To ensure you remain healthy when fasting, it is sensible to plan ahead and understand how fasting can affect your health. Read on for more advice on how to fast safely. Reasons for fasting: Fasting is one of the 5 pillars of Islam. During […]
As the Bradford district passed the 250,000 jabs mark for Covid-19 vaccinations, one leading health expert has sought to reassure anyone who is about to take part in fasting for religious reasons. Muslims everywhere will enter the holy month of Ramadan on April 12, during which time it is customary to fast between dawn and […]
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