11/10/2026
๐ช๐ FAST WITH FAITH. FAST WITH CARE.
Can people with diabetes observe religious fasts?
The answer depends on their health, diabetes control, medications and the type of fast.
Fasting can be part of our cherished traditions, but it should never come at the cost of health. โค๏ธ
The RSSDI Religious & Ritual Fasting Recommendations highlight five essential principles:
๐ข KNOW YOUR RISK โ Not everyone with diabetes can fast safely.
๐ฉธ MONITOR YOUR GLUCOSE โ Even during religious fasting.
๐ REVIEW YOUR MEDICINES โ Insulin and certain diabetes medicines may need adjustment by your doctor.
๐ฅ CHOOSE SMART FASTING FOODS โ Right food, right portion, right preparation.
๐จ KNOW WHEN TO STOP โ Never ignore weakness, dizziness, excessive thirst, vomiting or other warning symptoms.
โจ The message is simple:
RIGHT FOOD โข RIGHT PORTION โข RIGHT PREPARATION โข RIGHT MONITORING โข SAFETY FIRST
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Celebrate traditions. Protect your health.