3 Benefits of Sahur Without Carbohydrates, What Are They?

YOGYAKARTA - The benefits of fasting without carbohydrates are being widely discussed. Until now, carbohydrates are known as the main source of energy, but excessive carbohydrate consumption during fasting can actually cause various negative effects on the body.

For this reason, many experts recommend cutting or eliminating carbohydrates such as rice and noodles, into the sahur menu. Instead, you consume foods high in fiber and protein to keep you full during fasting.

So, what are the benefits of sahur without carbohydrates? Let's find out the answer in the article below.

Summarized from various sources, here are some of the benefits of eating sahur without carbohydrates that you need to know:

One of the benefits of fasting without carbohydrates is helping to keep blood sugar levels stable. When carbohydrates are reduced, the body does not experience a drastic glucose spike. Thus, insulin production is more controlled and does not burden the pancreas excessively.

"Carbohydrates will be converted into glucose. If the glucose in the blood is high, the body produces more insulin. This insulin is produced by the pancreas," said nutritionist Dr. Rita Ramayulis, DCN, M. Kes, quoted from Antara.

Another benefit of sahur without carbohydrates is preventing fat accumulation.

It is worth noting that excessive carbohydrate intake during sahur can increase the production of insulin hormones excessively.

Well, high insulin spikes can encourage more glucose to enter the cells and become the precursor to the accumulation of calories in the form of body fat.

Not only that, high blood sugar levels can also affect kidney function. Where the kidneys will filter blood containing high levels of glucose so that the filtration load increases.

Reducing or eliminating carbohydrate intake during sahur can also prevent fatigue and drowsiness after eating.

This condition occurs because the body has to work harder in the process of metabolism and as a result of fluctuations in blood sugar levels.

To prevent hunger during fasting, you are advised to eat more vegetables and low-fat protein at iftar.

Meanwhile, for individuals who are undergoing a weight loss program, you can get a source of carbohydrates from fruits such as bananas or tubers such as boiled potatoes in limited portions.

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