Ramadan's headaches...

The month of Ramadan is completely magic. It builds up strength and determination and lifts your soul. One thing that you do not want it is to get headakes in the middle. But that seems to be a part of the Ramadan fasting. Here are some tips that might help from Dr. Dina Sakr.

· During fasting, keep hydrated until the last possible moment; drink water abundantly.

· Choose to eat a lot of veggies, which secrete moisture and water as they get digested.

· A very late sohour (the last meal before sunrise) is very important.

· Don't binge when you have iftar (break the fast). Instead, start with one meal that is just enough to quench your thirst and hunger, then go for a second, larger meal later.

· Maintain a constant sleep schedule that starts before Ramadan and lasts until the end.

· Avoid noise and try relaxation methods: praying, meditation, yoga, etc.

What to avoid, tip by Dr Fawzi El-Shobaki:

· Old cheese

· Processed meat

· Monosodium glutamate (MSG) in canned broths and Chinese food

· Aspartame

· Chocolate

· Peanuts

Relax, think of the posture of your sholders, breath, meditate, bathe, be kind to you.Ramadan Mubarak!