Avoid fast food during Ramadan

Dear sir,

Ramadan is a month of self-restraint, solidarity, and spiritual purification. However, in recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the consumption of fast food during iftar and sehri. This growing trend is concerning for both public health and the true spirit of Ramadan. 

Most fast foods contain high levels of saturated fat, trans fat, salt, and sugar. Medical science recommends that less than 10 percent of daily calories should come from saturated fat and that salt intake should not exceed 5 grams per day. 

Media outlets and social platforms also have a responsibility to promote awareness and avoid presenting fast food as a Ramadan trend. Avoiding fast food during Ramadan is not merely a health choice; it is also a moral and religious responsibility. Through personal awareness, family initiatives, and responsible media advocacy, we can foster a healthier and more spiritually fulfilling Ramadan.

Mohammad Jahangir Islam
Student, University of Rajshahi