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Nestlé’s Nutritionist, Cissoko, Provides Insights On Harmonious Transition To A Balanced Diet After Ramadan

<h4>Nestlé’s Nutritionist<&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p><strong><a href&equals;"https&colon;&sol;&sol;openlife&period;ng&sol;">OpenLife Nigeria<&sol;a><&sol;strong> reports that the sacred month of Ramadan came to an end about 24 hours ago with Eid al-Fitr celebrations which mark the end of the fasting period&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>This technically raises the issue of how to smoothly return to daily eating habits after the sunrise to sunset&comma; no water or food long hours&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Then&comma; breaking the fast at sunset&comma; followed by one to two more meals before dawn&period; Meals during Ramadan are often more abundant and richer than usual&comma; consumed at unusual hours of the night&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>As the sacred month of Ramadan comes to an end with Eid al-Fitr&comma; the celebration marking the end of the fasting period&comma; many people wonder how to smoothly return to their daily eating habits&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>How can one make this transition without any hiccups and adopt behaviors that promote a healthy diet while avoiding post-Ramadan nutritional pitfalls&quest;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>To guide you in this process&comma; Dr&period; Cissoko&comma; Nutritionist at Nestlé&comma; provides some insights for a harmonious transition to a balanced diet after Ramadan&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Readjusting Your Digestive System without Rushing&colon;<&sol;strong><&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>To avoid potential stomach discomfort&comma; bloating&comma; constipation&comma; or diarrhea&comma; it is recommended to opt for easily digestible foods&period; Fish is preferable to meat as it is lighter and easier to digest&period; Cooked vegetables with low fat content are also gentler on the digestive system compared to raw vegetables&period; Whole or semi-whole grains are rich in fiber and promote a healthy intestinal transit&period; Fully ripe fruits are also easier to digest than unripe ones&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Water&comma; on the other hand&comma; is your best ally for a smooth transition before returning to a normal diet&period; In addition to maintaining the body&&num;8217&semi;s water balance&comma; it plays an essential role in digestion by facilitating the process and helping eliminate toxins&period; Water remains the best beverage&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Lastly&comma; prioritize small portions and take the time to chew your food well&comma; which allows for better digestion and optimal nutrient absorption&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Opt for Gradual Changes&comma; the Key to Dietary Rebalancing&colon;<&sol;strong><&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>For a smooth transition after Ramadan&comma; it is recommended to adopt a measured and thoughtful approach&comma; whether in introducing different food groups or in the frequency and intensity of physical activities&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Take the time to gradually introduce foods in a balanced manner&comma; ensuring to include all necessary food groups for a healthy diet&period; It is important to note that physical exercise is of paramount importance in the context of a balanced diet&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Light activities such as walking are particularly recommended at the beginning&period; They stimulate the body without subjecting it to excessive efforts&period; Over time&comma; you can gradually increase the intensity of these physical activities according to your abilities&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>This gradual approach is the key to regaining dietary balance after Ramadan&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Avoiding Post-Ramadan Nutritional Pitfalls&colon;<&sol;strong><&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>It is important to remain aware of potential nutritional pitfalls that could hinder a balanced diet&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Excessive Sugar Intake&colon;<&sol;strong> After a period of fasting&comma; it can be tempting to indulge in excessive sweets and desserts&period; It is essential to limit the consumption of added sugar and prioritize natural sources of sugar&comma; such as fruits&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Excessive Portions&colon;<&sol;strong> After fasting&comma; it is common to want to compensate by eating larger portions&period; However&comma; this can lead to overeating and calorie imbalance&period; It is important to maintain moderate portions and eat slowly to better feel satiety&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Ensuring a Good Variety of Foods&colon;<&sol;strong> After Ramadan&comma; it is essential to maintain a balanced diet by ensuring the inclusion of a variety of foods to guarantee an adequate intake of essential nutrients&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Make sure to include a wide range of fruits&comma; vegetables&comma; lean proteins&comma; whole grains&comma; and sources of healthy fats in your meals&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Maintaining Proper Hydration&colon;<&sol;strong> After a period of fasting&comma; it is important to ensure adequate hydration&period; Make sure to drink enough water throughout the day to maintain good hydration&period; It is recommended to consume at least 2 liters of water per day&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Being Mindful of Snacking&colon;<&sol;strong> Prioritizing structured meals over snacking helps maintain a healthy weight and avoid unnecessary calorie intake&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p><strong>Listening to Your Body&colon;<&sol;strong> Relearning to listen to hunger and satiety signals is a valuable skill to adjust your diet to your true needs&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>Planning to Avoid Slip-Ups&colon; Anticipating and preparing meals is an effective strategy to stick to a balanced diet and avoid impulsive food choices&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>The period following<strong> Ramadan<&sol;strong> is an opportune time to establish or reinforce healthy and sustainable eating habits&period; By taking conscious steps&comma; each individual can make the most of this transition to nourish their body and mind&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>At Nestlé&comma; we encourage and support this journey by offering a variety of products and tips to accompany you in your quest for a balanced diet&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p>&nbsp&semi;<&sol;p>&NewLine;

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