
Best & Worst Foods for Iftar
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Dr. Sarah NutritionThe "Best" List
- Dates & Water: Perfect start to stabilize sugar and rehydrate gently.
- Warm Soup: Preps the stomach lining for food.
- Fiber (Salad): Prevents constipation and satisfies hunger steadily.
- Grilled Protein: Chicken or fish for muscle repair without excess oil.
The "Worst" List
- Deep Fried Foods (Immediately): Instant heartburn and indigestion on an empty stomach.
- Soda / Ice Cold Drinks: Thermal shock to the stomach and bloating.
- Heavy Sweets: Massive insulin spike leading to the dreaded "Food Coma" and fatigue.