RAMADAN SPECIAL: Dos and Don’ts at Suhoor!

Suhoor is your secret weapon to power through the day! Choosing the right foods can make all the difference, ensuring you stay energized and focused until Iftar. Say goodbye to midday slumps and hello to lasting stamina with the ultimate Suhoor fuel. Let’s dig into the best bites that will keep you feeling strong, refreshed, and ready to conquer the day!

DO’S

Oats

Oats are high in fiber and are a good source of carbohydrates to sustain you during your day. It helps with improving your digestive system and lowers blood pressure.

You can have oats with fruit and nuts to provide you with a healthy suhoor meal.

Eggs

Eggs are a fantastic option for suhoor as they are light, rich in protein, vitamins B and D, and minerals such as iron and zinc.

You can prepare eggs in a different way and supplement with other dishes.

Hydrating Fruits and Vegetables

An essential ingredient for our body and eating them at suhoor can go a long way to keep you hydrated, fresh, and energized.

Bananas, watermelon, grapes, strawberries, apples, cucumber, spinach can boost your energy from its natural sugars and provides your body with essential nutrients – preventing dehydration. You can have fruit with oatmeal as well.

Soup

Soup is a typical suhoor food in the UAE – it is light and comfortable for the stomach to digest and promises to keep you hydrated until fast ends.

You can have lentil soup, including meat broth, and starchy items like pasta, beans or grains for a great taste.

Yoghurt

Yoghurt is one of the best items to have for suhoor as it keeps your body and especially, stomach cool, prevents you from overeating during Iftar, and provides a sense of fullness and satiety.

You can have flavored yoghurts or the Greek yoghurt as it is a good source of calcium and maintains bone health.

Nuts and Seeds

A great way to add healthy fats, protein, and fiber to your Suhoor meal.

Almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, and flaxseeds are excellent choices to add into your Suhoor.

Water

Drink plenty of water during Suhoor, but don’t over-drink as you might end up urinating the water from your body.

DON’TS

• Avoid caffeinated drinks as it can lead to dehydration.
• Avoid sugary and salty foods – including sugary drinks
• Food items high in sodium – oily and fried food items – should be avoided as it will make you thirsty the entire day

 

(Contributed by Wajeeha Syed)