Is fasting harmful to a patient with high pressure? Does Tarawih prayer lower blood pressure? Is it possible for a patient with high blood pressure to exercise in Ramadan? And what breaks the patient’s high pressure?
Is fasting harmful to a patient with high pressure?
Says Hamad Medical Corporation in Qatar Most of the studies conducted to find out the effect of fasting on people with high blood pressure have proven that there is nothing to prevent a Muslim suffering from this disease from completing his fast if he does not suffer from complications or other health problems.
If you suffer from high blood pressure, and you intend to fast during the month of Ramadan, then you do not need to worry, because fasting does not negatively affect the balance of blood pressure.
How fast pressure patient in Ramadan?
The hypertensive patient should do the following:
- Consult the attending physician to determine the condition and the ability to fast, and to make adjustments to medication doses and timings to suit the times of Suhoor and Iftar.
- Long-acting pressure medications can be relied upon, as they are used once or twice as a maximum during the day, and they can be taken in the evening and do not interfere with fasting times, according to Ms. Doaa Abu Al-Sheikh, a health educator at the Qatari Ministry of Public Health.
- Measure pressure periodically during the day.
What breaks the high pressure patient?
The hypertensive patient is advised to:
- Drink more fluids and unsweetened natural juices when breaking the fast, in order to avoid feeling thirsty and dehydrated and the complications that may follow.
- Make vegetables and fruits an essential part of Ramadan meals, as they are an essential source of potassium, which contributes to controlling high blood pressure.
- Eat grilled fish at least twice a week, as fish contains omega-3 fatty acids, which help regulate blood pressure, in addition to their protective effect on the risk of cardiovascular disease. Among the fish rich in fatty acids are salmon and sardines.
- Do not overeat meat and poultry.
- Eat low-fat dairy products because calcium plays an important role in regulating blood pressure, in addition to its importance in promoting bone health.
Foods that patients with high blood pressure are advised to reduce or avoid
- Food and liquids that contain a high percentage of fat.
- Caffeine-containing drinks, such as coffee and soft drinks.
- Foods rich in sodium, such as salted nuts and pickles, as they may lead to high blood pressure.
- Cheese and processed meats such as sausage and mortadella, as they contain a high concentration of sodium.
Does Tarawih prayer lower blood pressure?
Hamad Medical Corporation in Qatar says that studies indicate that the physical activity that a Muslim performs during Tarawih prayers contributes to lowering high blood pressure.
Can a patient with high blood pressure exercise during Ramadan?
There is no objection to exercising in Ramadan, but it may contribute to controlling blood pressure. However, people with special health problems should consult their physician regarding increasing physical activity during Ramadan.
What are the symptoms of high blood pressure in Ramadan?
- dizziness;
- Headache.
- extreme tiredness
If any of these symptoms appear on a patient with high blood pressure, he should see a doctor immediately.
What normal blood pressure in Ramadan?
Normal blood pressure in Ramadan is the same as the rest of the year. The following infographic presents normal and elevated blood pressure values.
Does fasting raise blood pressure?
Fasting generally lowers pressure, however, pressure patients should monitor their pressure, as fasting may lead to a significant decrease in it, or its disturbance.
It should be noted that the month of Ramadan is a real opportunity to lose weight gradually, and studies indicate that reducing weight, even by a small percentage of up to 5%, may help return blood pressure in Ramadan to normal.
Therefore, fasting, if it is in accordance with a healthy system and leads to weight loss, will lead to lower blood pressure.
