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Who should avoid fasting during Shravan?

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: August 22, 2023 18:15 IST

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Shravana has just started many people observe Shravan Monday and fast on this day. While fasting has many health benefits, it also has some disadvantages. But this damage can happen only to some people.
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Doctors forbid fasting for people suffering from certain diseases. Because doing so may endanger their health even more. Let us know about some such people who should not fast at all.
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It is necessary for diabetic patients to take meals and medicine on time. In such a case, if they starve their body by fasting, they may suffer from it.
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If BP patients with high blood pressure fast, their body system may get damaged. Fasting makes them more likely to suffer.
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Patients who have recently undergone surgery should also not fast. The body needs essential vitamins and minerals to heal wounds after surgery.
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People who are deficient in blood should not fast. Fasting may make them feel more weak and tired in the body.
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Heart patients have to pay more attention to food and drink. If they are starved for too long, their body systems may malfunction.
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People who have any problem in lungs should also not fast. This can aggravate the problem.
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Pregnant women need constant vitamins and minerals. If they fast during this time, it can adversely affect the woman and her baby.
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Lactating women should not fast either. As a result, children do not get the vitamins and minerals they need. It is more likely to adversely affect the growth of children.
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