IT is the blessed time of the year for many Muslims. Ramadan, which is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is considered by many Muslims as one of the best months in the year. Fasting in the month of Ramadan is one of the main Pillars in Islam.
It is obligatory upon every healthy Muslim who has reached puberty and is not travelling during the time of fasting. They believe that during this month, God has revealed the first verses of the Holy Koran, Islam’s sacred book, to Prophet Mohammed.
During the entire month of Ramadan, Muslims fast every day from dawn to sunset. During this time, Muslims need to prepare foods that will keep their body hydrated and energetic while fasting. Fruits are one of the best foods to have before and after fasting. At Morris Hedstrom, you will find many types of fruits that will keep your body healthy.
Here are some of the fruits that should be on every Muslim family’s table before and after their fasting, and is readily available in any MH Store near you.
Watermelon – this fruit’s hydration rating is 92 per cent. As this fruit is mostly water and sugar and packed with essential rehydration salts, magnesium, calcium, sodium and potassium so it can actually hydrate effectively than water.
Oranges – this fruit’s hydration rating is 87 per cent water. Oranges are sweet and packed with more than 100 per cent of the daily recommended value for vitamin C.
Grapes – these hydration gems are known for their extremely high content of resveratol, a substance that acts as an antioxidant and is heart-friendly, bursting water with each bite.
Pineapples – this exceptionally juicy fruit is packed with bromelain, a mixture of compounds with potent anti-inflammatory powers.
Apart from the abovementioned hydrating fruits, MH also has a wide range of fruits to choose from plums, banana, apples, and a lot more which you can serve during breaking of the fast.
So make sure you eat right, because with MH fresh is best!
