08/03/2026

ON SUNDAY March 8, 2026 theSunday Special XII

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Yasmin Ooi is a Council Member of the Nutrition Society of Malaysia and a senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Sabah. Noor Atiqah is the Head of Nutrition Programme at Universiti Malaysia Sabah. NSM is committed to providing the public with free access to practical nutrition information (www.nutriweb.org.my). The content and views expressed in this article are solely based on the authors’ professional expertise.

Breaking fast with dates provides quick energy and helps rebalance electrolytes.

Mastering the fast

• Never skip sahur • Hydrate in increments

• Prioritise fibre • Move gently