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Hajj
is a spiritual journey that takes two weeks up to two months in the
hottest seasons of the year and is carried out in a place where
there is no permanent residence for the pilgrims. Pilgrims always
gather in a very limited patch of land and they undergo a
considerable change in their way of life and their daily routine.
A
diabetic is to carry a card in Arabic and English containing a
detailed diagnosis of his state, his medication, dosage, his
address, and his telephone number and the telephone number of one
of his relatives. The following sentence is to be written on the
back of the card: If found unconscious, please give me some
medication via mouth or injection and take me to the nearest
hospital.
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It
is known that most pilgrims are above forty-year old and thus have
to undergo a cardiography before leaving their countries so as to
be sure of their safe traveling. As for the medicines that are to
be taken, there are plenty of medicines in the KSA and there are
many services offered by health care committees of every country.
It is recommendable, however, for a diabetic to take a bottle of
insulin or a packet of tablets that may be used in case of need.
Urine analysis instruments may be also taken in addition to some
insulin injections that are to be put in a cold container so as to
be kept from high temperature. Carbohydrates and medicines for
diarrhea, seasickness, and airsickness are to be taken.
Try
to carry out urine analysis and watchfully notice any change before
meals and before sleep.
A
Diabetic and Sunstroke
Once,
Allah forbids, a diabetic falls a victim for sunstroke, the card
will prove beneficial, for a diabetic needs, in addition to water
and drinks, to insulin. A diabetic is advised to avoid all open
places that make him in direct contact with the sun and to consume
great amounts of water.
A
Diabetic and Travel
A
diabetic with unstable health condition is advised to defer his
traveling until his heath condition becomes stable. A young
diabetic who uses insulin and is subject to fits is advised not to
travel unless when he becomes quite safe that his condition is
stable. In cases of food poisoning, a diabetic should hurry to the
nearest hospital to receive the suitable medicines and antibiotics.
A
Diabetic and Fasting
It
is known that the period of Hajj is limited. A diabetic is not
advised to fast during that period. If he has to fast, then he
should do so after returning back home. As for children who are
treated with insulin, they are advised not to travel. This applies
also for a pregnant woman who may fall a prey to early delivery. In
case of the aged, they are mostly treated with tablets and it is
easy for them to perform this great divine obligation. It is
noteworthy that pilgrims should have the suitable vaccination
before traveling.
Diet
for a Diabetic During Hajj
There
is a certain diet to be followed by a diabetic during Hajj. This
diet aims at reducing the rate of sugar in the blood and comforting
the pancreas. It is advisable to use corn oil. In addition, the
following is to be carried out:
1 - Reduce
your weight to the ideal weight.
2 - Practice
sports and exert efforts but in a moderate manner.
3 - Avoid
any food that causes harm and any excessive amounts of food.
4 - Do
not forget to take medicines on time and stick to the prescribed
dosage.
5 - Once
you feel dizzy or experience an unusual amount of perspiration,
visit the doctor.
Food
Forbidden for a Diabetic:
Cream,
liver, sweet, potato, cakes, gateaux, candy, sweet fruits, grapes,
fig, dates, lupine, nuts, peanuts, almond, coconut, sherbet, and
soft drinks.
Food
that a Diabetic Can Consume at any amount:
Tomatoes,
tomato soup, cucumber, lettuce, onion, watercress, leek, and meat
soup that does not have fats.
Types
of Meat:
Meat,
chicken, pigeon, rabbits, fish, sardines, and shrimps.
Vegetables:
Eggplants,
spinach, green beans, cabbages, and artichoke.
Fruit:
Two
apples, two oranges, two pears, two lemons, eight guavas, or six
plums.
Salad:
Tomatoes,
lettuce, cress, cucumber.
Breakfast
or Supper:
One
of the following is to be chosen:
1 -
½ a loaf of bread, three tablespoons of beans with oil or lentil.
2 -
½ a loaf of bread and two pieces of falafel.
3 -
½ a loaf of bread with a box of sardines.
4 -
½ a loaf of bread with a 30 grams of cheese.
5 - ½
a loaf of bread with an average amount of yogurt.
6 - Ό
a loaf of bread with two tablespoons of cornflakes.
7 - Ό
a loaf of bread with a teaspoon of jam or honey.
Lunch
and Supper:
One
of the following is to be chosen:
1 - Ύ
a loaf of bread, Ό kilo of meat or fish in addition to a plate of
cooked vegetables and salad.
2 - Ύ
a loaf of bread, with four big pieces of falafel and a plate of
salad.
3 - Ύ
a loaf of bread, 1/8 kilo of sardines.
4 - Ύ
a loaf of bread, a plate of beans, salad with oil.
5 - ½
a loaf of bread, three tablespoons of potatoes, Ό kilo of meat or
fish and salad.
The
Ideal Diet for Diabetics of all Ages:
Breakfast:
An
egg, a piece of cheese, a cup of tea with ½ spoon of sugar or some
milk.
Lunch:
A
plate of salad, an onion, a slide of meat, a plate of cooked
vegetables avoiding potatoes and the like in addition to an apple
or an orange.
Supper:
A
cup of yogurt, some fresh vegetables and salad.
Spicy
foods, fats and the like are to be avoided. This diet may appear to
be somewhat harsh. However, a diabetic should follow this special
diet so as to evade anything that affects his health during this
once-in-a-lifetime journey.
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