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The Muslim holy month of Ramadan began this year on March 11, marking a time when devout Muslims abstain from eating, drinking and smoking from dawn until sunset. For people with diabetes who plan to fast, nutritionist Ina Danquah says involving coworkers and friends because if blood sugar levels get out of control, there is a risk of life-threatening hypoglycaemia or hyperglycaemia. The risk of these complications is heightened during the fasting month of Ramadan. It is therefore important for Muslims with diabetes to sensitize those around them as to how to notice signs of blood sugar imbala…

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