Author: Sameed Chaudhary

Let’s be honest. Most of us have had those Ramadan afternoons where our stomach starts growling by 2 PM and we regret not eating properly at sehri. You grabbed a paratha with chai, thought it would be enough, and now you’re counting down hours to iftar. Sound familiar? The truth is, what you eat at sehri makes or breaks your entire fasting day, and this is exactly where the humble anda (egg) steps in as your best friend. The benefits of eating eggs at sehri go way beyond just filling your plate. Eggs are one of the most complete, affordable,…

Every Ramadan, millions of Pakistanis look forward to iftar all day long. The samosas are fried, the fruit chaat is ready, the rooh afza is chilled, and the dahi balay are calling your name. But within an hour of eating, your stomach starts to feel like a balloon. That uncomfortable, heavy, gassy feeling we all know too well. Bloating after iftar (پیٹ پھولنا / Pet Phoolna) is one of the most common complaints during Ramadan, and almost every household in Pakistan deals with it at some point during the holy month. The good news? You do not have to spend…

There’s a reason the Prophet (PBUH) recommended breaking your fast with dates — and modern science now backs what our faith has taught for centuries. Khajoor (کھجور) are not just a Ramadan tradition; they are a powerhouse of nutrition that your body desperately needs after a long day of fasting. Whether you enjoy Ajwa from Madinah, the golden Aseel variety from Sindh, or the soft Medjool dates your local dry fruit shop stocks before Ramadan, the dates benefits remain remarkable. From instant energy at iftar to improved digestion during sehri, dates deliver exactly what your fasting body craves. Let’s explore…

Ramadan is around the corner and if you have ever felt your energy completely crash by Zuhr time, you are definitely not alone. Almost every Pakistani household has someone who spends half the roza lying on the sofa, counting hours till iftar. That weakness during fasting, or روزے میں کمزوری (Roze Mein Kamzori), is something millions of us deal with every single year. But here is the thing. Fasting does not have to mean dragging yourself through the day. The real reason most of us feel drained is not the fasting itself. It is what we eat at sehri, what…

Every Ramadan, we tell ourselves the same thing. “I’m fasting the whole day, I’ll definitely lose weight this time.” But then Eid comes around and the scale tells a completely different story. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Weight gain during Ramadan is something millions of Pakistanis experience every single year, and it has nothing to do with willpower. It has everything to do with what happens between iftar and sehri. Ramadan mein wazn badhna (رمضان میں وزن بڑھنا) is so common that doctors and nutritionists see a spike in complaints right after Eid. The good news? Once you understand why…

There is a reason every Pakistani grandmother insists on adding a generous spoonful of دیسی گھی (desi ghee) to your roti, dal, and even warm milk before bed. For generations, desi ghee has been the backbone of Pakistani cooking and home remedies, from halwa puri Sunday breakfasts to soothing a sore throat in winter. But somewhere along the way, modern diet culture labelled ghee as unhealthy fat, and many of us stopped trusting what our elders always knew. Today, science is finally catching up, and the proven desi ghee benefits are making headlines around the world. Whether you call it…

Have you ever noticed how every health-conscious person in Pakistan eventually switches from regular doodh patti to green tea? There is a reason سبز چائے (Sabz Chai) has earned its spot in kitchens from Lahore to Karachi. Green tea benefits go far beyond just weight loss, and once you understand what this simple drink can do for your body, you will want to make it a daily habit too. Whether you are sipping it during sehri to stay energized through your Ramadan fast or drinking it after a heavy biryani dinner, green tea is one of the easiest health upgrades…

The wait is almost over. Ramadan 2026 dates have been confirmed and Muslims across Pakistan are preparing for the holiest month of the Islamic calendar. Whether you are planning your sehri and iftar meals, adjusting your work schedule, or stocking up your kitchen, knowing the exact Ramadan dates 2026 helps you prepare ahead of time. This year, Ramadan falls during the cool winter months of February and March in Pakistan, which means shorter fasting hours and more comfortable weather compared to the scorching summer Ramadans we experienced in recent years. Here is everything you need to know about Ramadan 2026…

Every Ramadan, the same struggle repeats itself. By 2 PM, you feel drained. By Asr, your head is pounding. By the time the Maghrib azaan finally goes off, you are so exhausted that you reach straight for fried samosas and sugary drinks instead of anything that actually helps your body recover. And the cycle continues the next day. The solution is sitting right in your kitchen, and most Pakistani families are not using it enough. Fruits (پھل / Phal) are one of the most powerful foods you can eat during Ramadan. They hydrate your body, provide natural sugars for quick…

You break your fast with dates and water, sit down for iftar, eat a plate of samosas and pakoras, drink a cold glass of sweetened juice, and within 30 minutes your chest is burning, your throat feels sour, and that familiar heaviness in your stomach is back. If this sounds like your Ramadan every year, you are not alone. Acidity during Ramadan (رمضان میں تیزابیت / Tezaabiyat) is one of the most common health complaints Pakistani families deal with during the fasting month. Studies show that stomach acid production actually increases during fasting hours because your stomach keeps producing acid…