Is it permissible to break the fast by eating instant noodles? This is what the doctor said

JAKARTA – Break fast by eating instant noodle not prohibited religiously. However, from a health perspective, there are several things you need to consider before consuming it as a dish to break the fast during the month of Ramadan.

Although instant noodle can be a practical and fast option for iftar , it is recommended not to consume it too often or as the main meal when breaking the fast. It is best to choose foods that are more nutritionally balanced to support health during the fasting month.

“Breaking the fast by eating instant noodles? Is that okay? Yes, that’s fine. But it’s best to just break the fast. Don’t do it at dawn, especially during broad daylight,” said doctor and health content creator Dr. Nadia Alaydrus, quoted from her personal TikTok account. , @nadialaydrus, Tuesday (12/3/2024).

Instant noodles are generally low in fiber and essential nutrients compared to other healthier foods. Consuming instant noodles too often can cause nutritional deficiencies and long-term health problems.

For this reason, Dr. Nadia also gave several tips for consuming instant noodles when breaking the fast so that they are not only delicious and filling, but also healthy for the body. One of them is by adding protein as a topping.

“There are several tips for consuming instant noodles during the fasting month. It is better to choose instant noodles with soup rather than fried ones,” he explained.

“Then add animal protein such as eggs, chicken, fish. Vegetable protein such as tofu, tempeh, red beans, edamame,” he continued.

On the other hand, instant noodles often contain high levels of salt and trans fat. This content can increase the risk of heart disease, hypertension or high blood pressure, and obesity if consumed in excess.