Why Muslims fast during Ramadan
By Sharmeen Somani Online video journalist
Abdool Hamid, an imam from the Muslim Association of Canada, says there are many spiritual and physical reasons behind fasting during Ramadan. Continue reading
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Intermittent Fasting: Rising in popularity as weight-loss plan
“I think the reason [for] that resurgence of interest is really the fact that it works.” Continue reading
Donald Trump hosts ‘iftar’ evening meal for Muslim holy month of Ramadan
Several Muslim civil rights groups pushed back, organizing a “NOT Trump’s Iftar” protest to be held Wednesday evening at a park across from the White House. Continue reading
Ramadan 101: Answering your questions about ‘the best time of the year’
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
For the world’s 1.6 billion Muslims, the month of Ramadan means fasting, spiritual reflection, and charitable deeds. And there are special challenges when the holiday falls during the warmer months. Continue reading
Thousands of Manitoba’s Muslims gather to end month of fasting
Over 10,000 people in Winnipeg attended the festival to mark the end of the month of fasting, also known as the month of Ramadan. Continue reading
Exercising during Ramadan: the healthy way to work out while fasting
Although it may be a tiring month for Muslims, an Ontario-based nutritionist says it’s important they make time for exercise. Continue reading
How you eat is all wrong. Follow these new 5 recommendations instead
Are you making mistakes when it comes to your meal-planning? What we thought may be our best bets for healthy eating could be leading to sabotage, according to a new position statement. Continue reading
Want to lose weight? Eat dinner at 2 p.m. to burn calories and boost fat loss
If you’re trying to lose weight and burn fat, a new study suggests that eating dinner at 2 p.m. or skipping it altogether could help in a handful of ways. Continue reading
Long spring days make Ramadan a challenge for Edmonton Muslims
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
For Muslims in Edmonton, Ramadan brings a special challenge this year, as it falls during the long, long days of spring. Continue reading
A lonely month for a Syrian refugee fasting in Winnipeg
Fasting alone can be difficult for Muslims during Ramadan, but for one Syrian refugee now living in Winnipeg, there’s an added challenge. Continue reading