Why you need plenty of fluids if you’re fasting for Ramadan

CNN — Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. “A mistake that many people make when they’re going through Ramadan is not drinking enough water, which could lead to digestive issues, dehydration and not feeling that great,” said Nazima Qureshi, a Toronto-based registered dietician and coauthor of “The Healthy Ramadan Guide.” Dehydration can first cause problems that can be addressed early on, Perskin said, but if it continues it can cause real damage. “The kidney is the main organ that gets rid of the fluids that we ingest during the day,” said Dr. Lama Nazzal, a nephrologist and associate professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, adding that lack of sufficient water over time can lead to reduced kidney function. “You could definitely go for high-water content fruits and vegetables, so things like your watermelon, cucumbers, citrus,” said Qureshi, but that’s in addition to water. There’s electrolytes as well.” Find equilibrium during Ramadan Fasting for Ramadan can be a dance between managing one’s physical health and water intake, and also fulfilling personal religious goals.