A healthy way to break the fast
The end of Ramadan is ushered in by Eid al-Fitr, a one- to three-day celebration abounding with culinary treats including sweet dishes like baklava and sheer khurma as well as more savory roti john and beef rendang.Though some people may be tempted to overeat, experts suggest taking it slow to avoid bloating and other gastrointestinal issues. Slow and steady”I recommend you definitely slowly transition into your regular eating pattern,” said Rahaf Al Bochi, a registered dietician and media spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in the United States. “Your stomach is going to be smaller, so you’re not going to be able to eat as much right away. You want to slowly honor your hunger and fullness and
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