Khaberni - As the last ten days of Ramadan approach, the soul and body alike begin a special preparation for these important spiritual days.
The last ten days are not just an increase in worship but also represent a period during which the body needs prior preparation to adapt to changes in sleep, food, and physical effort.
The last ten days require prior preparation to adjust to changes in sleep, food, and physical effort.
During this period, the body experiences noticeable changes due to:
Increased nighttime waking hours: With night prayers and Tahajjud, the usual sleep time decreases.
Changes in meal times: Suhoor is delayed, and Iftar comes after long hours of fasting.
Increased spiritual and psychological activity: Focusing on worship increases positive pressure on the body and mind.
The impact of these changes on the body
Dr. Amjad Abdul Mohsen, an endocrinology consultant, says that these changes have several effects on the body, including:
Firstly: Sleep and the biological rhythm
Less sleep or delayed sleep affects the sleep hormones (melatonin) and stress hormones (cortisol), which can cause a feeling of exhaustion if not compensated.
Secondly: Energy and blood sugar control
Changing the times of Suhoor and Iftar can lead to temporary fluctuations in glucose and insulin levels.
Thirdly: Overall hormonal balance
The body needs to adapt to the positive stress resulting from intense worship while maintaining the balance of stress and energy hormones.
The last ten days need prior preparation to adjust to changes in sleep, food, and physical effort.
How to prepare the body for the last ten days
To prepare the body for the last ten days, Dr. Abdul Mohsen recommends five tips:
- Sleep regulation: Try to get short periods of sleep during the day to compensate for the lack of night sleep.
- Balanced nutrition: Eat a Suhoor meal rich in protein and fiber to stabilize energy for the long fasting hours.
- Hydration: Drink adequate amounts of water between Iftar and Suhoor to compensate for the loss during the day.
- Managing physical effort: Engage in light exercise or relaxation to avoid overexerting the body during nighttime worship.
- Psychological preparation: Gradually increasing the hours of worship gradually helps the body adapt without exhaustion.
