With the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur this week, the question of health issues with potential consequences related to fasting, comes up in discussion. Fasting is observed in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam religions throughout the year, and the issue of health and medications should be considered during any fast.
As doctors, our advice to patients is not to skip taking medications while fasting, unless taking them on an as-needed basis. Simply take medication with a few sips of water. For patients who require anti-inflammatory medications, it is important to take medication with food to protect the stomach from developing an ulcer. A few bites of a cracker can protect your stomach’s well-being. Doctors respect the religious significance of fasting, but our concern is always for the welfare and health of our patients. In our experience, most rabbis and other clergy will agree.
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