A diabetic observing Ramzan fast has a high risk of fluctuations in glucose levels. Deepak Parashar, Medical Officer, Healthians, lists the drawbacks:* Diabetes: A diabetic observing Ramzan fast has a high risk of fluctuations in glucose levels. Fasting can lead to an increase in cholesterol levels for someone already suffering from cholesterol and heart problems. (Shutterstock)* Stomach problems: Long hours on an empty stomach can cause discomfort and gastric problems like bloating, ache and gas. It can lead to an increase in cholesterol levels for someone already suffering from cholesterol and heart problems.

Source: Hindustan Times May 25, 2018 05:10 UTC