05:22 PM
Sunday, March 12, 2023
I wrote – Omnia Qalawun:
Some people suffer from dry mouth and tongue during the hours of fasting in the holy month of Ramadan, and the reason for this problem is due to many factors, some of which are satisfactory and others related to wrong habits.
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In the following report, The Consulto reviews the causes of dry mouth in Ramadan and ways to prevent it, according to the NHS and the Clevelandclinic website.
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Causes of dry mouth in Ramadan
Lack of drinking enough water and healthy drinks.
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Mouth breathing during sleep.
– anxiety.
Cancer treatments, whether chemo or radiation.
– Vertical castles.
Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes and Sjogren’s syndrome.
Also read: What do you do to get rid of dry mouth during fasting? – Doctor answers
Tips for preventing dry mouth in Ramadan
1- Drink fluids
You should drink plenty of water between Iftar and Suhoor, at a rate of 8 to 12 cups per day, to maintain body hydration and avoid dry mouth.
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2- Chewing gum
The salivary glands can be encouraged to produce more saliva by chewing gum, provided it is completely sugar-free, to avoid consuming extra calories and to maintain healthy teeth and gums.
3- Reducing caffeine
Cessation of stimulant drinks throughout the hours of fasting prompts some to consume them in large quantities after breaking the fast, without noticing that the caffeine contained in them is a diuretic, which causes dry mouth, if its levels in the body rise above the permissible limit.
Therefore, coffee and tea should be consumed in moderation, to avoid the side effects of caffeine resulting from excessive consumption, especially dry mouth.
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4- Moderation in acidic juices
Despite the high nutritional value of citrus juices, such as orange and strawberry juice, excessive consumption of it leads to dry mouth, due to its high vitamin C content.
5- Quit smoking
Smokers are among the categories that suffer most from dry tongue, because tobacco reduces the production of saliva by the salivary glands, which is necessary to moisturize the mouth, so it is necessary to quit smoking.
6- Oral hygiene
Some people do not pay much attention to cleaning the mouth in Ramadan, despite the importance of this procedure in taking care of the health of the teeth and gums and avoiding dryness of the tongue.
Also read: How to brush your teeth in Ramadan.. Here’s the perfect timing and the right way
