Health and nutritional tips for Eid al-Adha

Written By ندى ماهر عبدربه on 2024/06/15

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Weather of Arabia - The blessed Eid Al-Adha comes upon us every year, bringing joy to Muslims all over the world. This holiday is always associated with meat, as sacrifices of different types of animals are slaughtered, and the main menu is rich in the most delicious meat dishes.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> With the variety of delicious dishes such as Eid fattah and other fatty foods, some people may suffer from stomach problems, and these dishes may not be suitable for some patients, such as those with gout, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Therefore, the joy of Eid should not make us forget the importance of following proper nutritional habits to preserve the health of everyone, whether healthy or sick. We can eat beloved meats in a healthy way that benefits our bodies, without harming them.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> In this article, we will provide nutritional guidelines for a happy Eid Al Adha for everyone, and tips on how to eat meat in a healthy way, so that we know how to enjoy the Eid while maintaining proper nutrition. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads-2020/%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A7%D8%A6%D8%AD%20%D8%B5%D8%AD%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%88%D8%BA%D8%B0%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%8A%D8%AF%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B6%D8%AD%D9%89%20%282%29.jpg" style="width: 800px; height: 400px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Benefits of meat</h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Before providing nutritional guidelines, we must emphasize the importance of meat in our diet. Meat is a major source of protein, and its benefits include the following:</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It contains iron, which helps prevent anemia; The body absorbs animal iron better than plant iron.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It contains zinc, which enhances immunity and healthy hair and nails.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It contributes to building and strengthening muscles.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It contains calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and omega-3, which are important elements for bone health.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Promotes brain and nervous system health thanks to Vitamin B12.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It is a source of antioxidants such as selenium. </li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads-2020/%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A7%D8%A6%D8%AD%20%D8%B5%D8%AD%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%88%D8%BA%D8%B0%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%8A%D8%AF%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B6%D8%AD%D9%89.jpg" style="width: 550px; height: 600px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Harmful effects of meat</h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Avoiding excessive meat intake is one of the most important nutritional guidelines for Eid Al Adha. Despite the many benefits of meat, excessive consumption of it can cause some diseases such as gout, and high-fat meat can lead to high cholesterol in the blood, and unhealthy preparation methods may be harmful to health.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Harmful effects of grilling meat on charcoal</strong></h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The appropriate method for preparing meat for Eid should be chosen. Grilling over charcoal is the most common method, but it is not a completely healthy method. Grilling meat over charcoal leads to burning the protein, which produces free radicals that may cause many types of cancers. Therefore, it is best to avoid this method and choose other methods such as boiling and cooking with vegetables. , or grilling in less harmful ways. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads-2020/%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A7%D8%A6%D8%AD%20%D8%B5%D8%AD%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%88%D8%BA%D8%B0%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%8A%D8%AF%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B6%D8%AD%D9%89%20%283%29.jpg" style="width: 800px; height: 533px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> How healthy is our food during Eid al-Adha?</h2><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Avoid eating too much sweets</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Avoid excessive eating of fatty meals</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Remove grease from meat and chicken skin</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Reduce your intake of red meat</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Use fresh fruit juices instead of soft drinks.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Reduce the use of egg yolks in preparing meals because they contain a high amount of cholesterol and fats.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Use low-fat milk and brown flour</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Drink appropriate and sufficient amounts of water</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Avoid drinking soft drinks</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Exercise for 90 to 120 minutes daily to avoid gaining excess weight.</li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><br /> Health tips for people with chronic diseases on Eid al-Adha</h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Be careful when eating traditional meals during the Eid period.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Do not consume excessive amounts of salt, sugars and starches.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Avoid high-fat foods and fried foods.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Reducing caffeine.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Eat small, varied meals throughout the day.</li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> By following these guidelines, we can enjoy a happy and healthy Eid Al Adha, and keep everyone healthy.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> See also:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.arabiaweather.com/ar/content/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A2%D9%86-%D8%A8..... live broadcast of Hajj rituals and the Day of Arafat</a></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.arabiaweather.com/ar/content/4-%D9%85%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%A... healthy drinks to treat dehydration in the summer</a></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><hr /><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Sources:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://altibbi.com/%D9%85%D9%82%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%B7%D8%A8%D9...

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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