The Headache Clinic - Blog #headache during fastingThe Headache Clinic - Blog #headache during fastinghttps://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/tag/headache-during-fastingWed, 08 Apr 2026 03:00:42 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Management of headaches while fasting]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/management-of-headaches-while-fastingDr Elliot Shevel the chairman of the South African Headache Society is that you can often manage these headaches without breaking your fast. read this blog to find out how.]]>

How to eliminate headache from your religious regimen

Many people who fast for religious purposes suffer mild or moderate headaches as a result of factors such as caffeine withdrawal, stress and low blood sugar. 


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]]>Wed, 17 May 2023 12:17:58 +0200<![CDATA[Ramadan - How the fast can help your health]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/ramadan-how-the-fast-can-help-your-healthFasting can be risky – it can cause daytime fatigue, headaches and weakness – so the elderly, the very young, the sick and pregnant women are exempt. But, research has shown the practice has some wide-ranging health benefits too – if done right.]]>

Ramadan 2016: How the fast can help your health

Some research suggests that fasting not only has spiritual benefits but physical ones as well

Millions of Muslims around the world are observing their annual spiritual fast, steering clear of daylight eating, drinking and smoking. Those celebrating the holy month of Ramadan this year, which started last week, must not eat any food, drink any liquid, smoke or have sex between dawn and dusk.

Fasting can be risky – it can cause daytime fatigue, headaches and weakness – so the elderly, the very young, the sick and pregnant women are exempt. But, research has shown the practice has some wide-ranging health benefits too – if done right.

Want to come out of your fast with a rejuvenated spirit as well a healthier body? Read these science-backed tips:

Prevent headaches

Millions of Muslims around the world are observing their annual spiritual fast, steering clear of daylight eating, drinking and smoking. Those celebrating the holy month of Ramadan this year, which started last week, must not eat any food, drink any liquid, smoke or have sex between dawn and dusk.

Fasting can be risky – it can cause daytime fatigue, headaches and weakness – so the elderly, the very young, the sick and pregnant women are exempt. But, research has shown the practice has some wide-ranging health benefits too – if done right.

Want to come out of your fast with a rejuvenated spirit as well a healthier body? Read these science-backed tips:

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