Hypertension, Diabetes & Fasting

Hypertension and diabetes are two of the most common diseases of mankind. These are usually caused by high cholesterol and triglyceride, and glucose level, respectively – in our blood vessels. So far, the best and natural treatment of these diseases is dieting.

More than 14 centuries ago, fasting has been prescribed by Allah to all the mature Muslims during the 30 days of the holy month of Ramadan every year. Moreover, it was a practice (sunnah) of the Pophet Muhammad to fast every Mondays and Thursdays of the week. Might this be considered as one of the scientific significance of Islam? Actually, fasting may be better than mere dieting in a sense that our organs will be given a time to metabolize and balance or stabilize its functions.

Fasting, instead of causing ulcer of the stomach according to others, can even cure the ulcer itself - as stated by some through their experience. One needs only to avoid acidic foods or drinks during sohoor (early-morning meal), including coffee and cigarettes, especially if the meal is meager. During fotoor (breaking of the fast at nightfall), we may eat even oranges or drink coffee or any sodas after enough meals were taken. This way, ulcer can be avoided,

Those who have hypertensions or diabetes, one need not dieting. Fasting regularly can do the job – besides it has reward in the Hereafter. In fact there may be other organs that can be repaired along the way – who knows. I am not a Medical Doctor, but the Prophet Muhammad himself was not harmed by fasting. The Prophet was even very strong that he had participated in many battles and came out victorious.

Times like this, bawal ang magkasakit. Fasting is good for your health - and your pocket.