It could also trigger cancer, says doctor

Dr Mohamed Ahmed Raslan Omar, specialist, internal medicine, at the Burjeel Hospital, said binge eating during Eid could easily become a habit. He highlighted that eating foods loaded with additives and preservatives in large amounts not only lead to vitamin deficiencies, but could also trigger cancer.

“Avoid celebrating the holidays with fatty, sugary and salty foods, that have no nutritional value.”

He added that Eid should rather be celebrated with nutritional meals, that include fruits and vegetables, which help clear toxins from the colon and regulate the movement of the gastrointestinal tract.

“Eat moderately, not only during Eid, but at all times.”