Reason and cure for headache while fasting
Many people are familiar with the throbbing headache they experience while fasting in the month of Ramzan. For some people, this pain increases to such an extent that it causes vomiting and also leads to the fear of losing the fast. However, despite all the advancements in the field of medicine, experts have not been able to say anything definitive about the causes of headaches due to fasting and are only offering hypotheses based on assumptions.
So what are the possible reasons behind this headache and how can we get rid of it without breaking our fast?
Symptoms of fasting headaches
The headache caused by fasting is towards the front of the forehead. It is not as threatening as the usual pain, but it is very severe in the head of migraine sufferers. People who suffer from recurrent headaches in normal life are more likely to have headaches due to fasting.
Causes of headaches while fasting
Hypoglycemia
Usually, when a person does not eat for a long time, it causes his blood sugar level to fall below the normal level which can lead to headaches. However, according to experts, there can be no definitive reason to explain this phenomenon because most of the time, even when the blood sugar level is at a normal level, there can be a headache.
Due to caffeine etc.
Most of the people who are addicted to tea or any other kind of caffeine like smoking etc, are more likely to experience this headache during fasting time. Caffeine deficiency can also cause headaches.
Due to lack of water
Not drinking water for 14-15 hours can cause dehydration in the human body and it is a well-known fact that dehydration can increase the intake of nitrogenous substances which can lead to headaches.
Treatment of headaches due to fasting
To avoid this headache, it is better to get rid of tea and other intoxicants before Ramadaan. Also, take an adequate amount of water after Sahar and Iftar to take care of your diet. Keep it and keep it balanced. However, if the headache does not go away, you must consult a doctor.
