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If you manage your diabetes with diet and exercise and don’t take any medication, as long as you continue to be careful with your diet, you can fast safely during Ramadan. If you are overweight, you may lose weight during Ramadan, which will help you improve the way you control your blood glucose levels. A significantly lower annual price would lead to a far higher customer take up (increasing company profit and more importantly customer satisfaction…I would have been upgrading and leaving a 5 star rating!). With a more reasonable annual rate, you would be receiving an ongoing 100% of a lower fee from far more people rather than 0% of your higher rate from many potential participants. It’s simple maths and definitely worth asking your customers’ opinion - I would definitely be ‘in the upgrade’, if the price was much lower. Why not ask your customer base what we think is a reasonable price to pay annually? American Journal of Public Health : “Effects of Soft Drink Consumption on Nutrition and Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.”

Our current pricing was based on a customer survey, and we are below average in price for this type of app. However, we know we're not perfect, so will do our best to improve this while still being a sustainable business. Ramadan is a spiritual time in the Islamic tradition around the world. It’s a time to purify the soul, refocus attention on what’s important, and practice self-discipline. Muslims use this time to reflect on their lives and how they can cultivate healthy habits throughout the rest of the year, and do away with any bad habits. During Ramadan, there is a dramatic change in dietary patterns for fasting Muslims compared with other months of the year. Health issues may arise due to improper eating habits and reduced physical activity. Unhealthy nutrition habits that commonly develop during Ramadan include:

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Healthier choices: Opt for olive oil instead of butter when sauteing vegetables or cooking pancakes to lower your saturated fat intake. There are about 7.3 grams of saturated fat in a tablespoon of butter, and 1.8 grams in olive oil. Supermarket products from Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, Waitrose, M&S, Co-op and other stores are available to scan.

Fasting during Ramadan has a number of physical effects on our body. In people with diabetes, these changes and the type of medication being taken to treat the condition can contribute to complications such as hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose) and hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose). For people with diabetes, there are several potential risks associated with prolonged fasting including:You may feel tired when fasting during Ramadan, so although it is important that you continue your daily activity and prayer, try to rest at some point in the day. Avoid drinks that contain caffeine such as tea and coffee as these can make you lose more water by going to the toilet more. Avoid sugary drinks such as orange, apple, tropical fruit juice and fizzy drinks. Diet drinks and non-sweetened drinks such as unsweetened labaan drinks are a preferred option This visual guide helps you understand how foods affect your blood sugar level, enabling you to choose right foods to meet your diet goals, manage portion sizes and monitor the amount of carbs you consume - keeping your blood sugar levels well under control.

Below we have set out some guidance to help you manage your diabetes during Ramadan, depending on what treatment you currently follow: If you manage your diabetes with diet and exercise If you are in any doubt about how you should manage your diabetes while you fast, you should talk to your diabetes care team. There may be circumstances when you will be advised not to fast for health reasons. Diabetes and Ramadan Foods can be prepared in ways that are good for you and not as good for you. Here are a few ways to spot healthier choices in each of these nutrient groups.Frying food, which is particularly unhealthy, especially when using trans-fat margarine or oils rich in saturated fat (e.g. palm oil and coconut oil) Carbs such as whole grains, non-starchy vegetables, whole fruits, and legumes have been shown to be healthful. Eating particularly large meals at Iftar (consuming more than 1500 calories per meal), which may result in high blood glucose levels after eating and weight gain A sugary bowl of cereal is high in bad carbs, likely including both processed grains and processed sugar. While it may seem harmless, a bowl of cereal in the morning is a sugary, unhealthy way to start the day. Whole-grain cereals are power houses of nutrients. Doughnuts are a popular morning treat, but one chocolate-frosted donut contains just under 30 grams of carbs.

Avoid trans fats: A lot of processed foods contain trans fats, particularly those that contain partially hydrogenated oil . Mayo Clinic: “Cuts of Beef: A Guide to the Leanest Selections,” “Whole Grains: Hearty Options for a Healthy Diet,” “Dietary fats: Know which types to choose." Eat more fibre rich foods which are digested slowly; include bran, cereals, whole wheat, grains and seeds, potatoes with skin, vegetables such as green beans, aubergines and almost all fruits. If you are planning on fasting and have diabetes, it is important to speak to your diabetes healthcare team as early as possible before Ramadan. For some people with diabetes, fasting can be dangerous or can cause problems for your health. Your diabetes team will be able to advise you on whether it is safe for you to fast. If you are able to fast, please follow the advice below on how to keep good diabetes control throughout the fasting period. Reading the App comments, I can see others - sharing a lower star rating - feel the same. Why not consider a different business model to secure better business profits?

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The Qur’an allows you not to fast if you have an illness or medical condition. You could consider donating some money to charity as an alternative means of participating in Ramadan. But if you really want to fast, make sure you can do it safely. Carbs are an excellent source of energy for active people, but sedentary people should moderate their carbohydrate intake to maintain a healthy weight. The recommended daily amount of carbs for the average adult is 130 grams, or between 45% and 65% of your total calorie intake. Full menus and photos for popular UK restaurants & cafes including Costa Coffee, Greggs, McDonald's, Subway & Wagamama! Drink plenty of water at Suhoor and Iftar. It is recommended that you drink at least 8 cups of water between Iftar and Suhoor so that your body may adjust fluid levels in time for the next day.