In a bid to make Ramadan more enjoyable for the faithful, Saudi Arabia has made it mandatory for Iftar meals served in the Grand Mosque in Mecca to be prepared on a low-calorie diet. This stipulation is part of the wider efforts aimed at ensuring the quality, healthiness, and hygiene of food distributed to thousands of worshippers during the holy month of Ramadan. The move is a reflection of the Kingdom’s commitment to promoting health-conscious choices while maintaining the tradition of community meals during Iftar.
The choice focuses not only on the nutritional value but also on the well-being of the pilgrims as they break their fast in one of the most sacred sites of Islam. In this regard, the initiative has taken low-calorie meals as a way to reduce health risks such as overeating and indigestion that are common during Ramadan. Meals will be prepared with strict care and monitoring regarding hygiene and nutritional content to meet local and international standards.
This new policy is a step in Saudi Arabia’s efforts toward a healthier lifestyle, especially concerning mass congregation at religious gatherings. The Grand Mosque in Mecca welcomes millions of Muslims worldwide during Ramadan, and this policy will be considered as a good measure toward offering a safe and reflective Iftar to all.
The move is already receiving praise for prioritizing health without compromising the spiritual and cultural significance of Ramadan’s communal Iftar meals.
