Dry Fasting

[milo_miller]

I want to perform dry fasting (Muslim Ramadan fasting). I will not consume any liquid and food during the fasting window of 14 hours in a day. I will complete my daily liquid consumption to 2 liters, which is my usual daily intake. This 14 hours window put extra burden on my kidneys? I will do it 30 days. As far as I know I am stage 2. I dont have any symptoms specific to CKD yet

[NilsB]

I would consult a doctor. Going without any fluids during the day will dehydrate you and as someone with kidney problems, you should be wary of that. Perhaps you could gain special permission to drink plain water during Ramadan? As per my understanding, exceptions are made and I expect potential health problems would mean you could do this with the support of others.

[Dana66CKD]

I am also stage II for now, but my experience has shown me that staying hydrated throughout the day has kept my symptoms of fast heartbeat and elevated blood pressure in check. At stage II, my symptoms have been very overt especially when I exceeded protein and sodium intake.Hope you can find an exception to the guidelines for Ramadan 🙏. Stay well.

[barbara55109]

There are medical exceptions, please consult your Dr. My CKD is from dehydration and it can impact your kidneys greatly.

[Turtlepad513]

I appreciate your desire to continue honoring your spiritual practices, and know how important ramadan is and the spiritual and cultural connection that comes with it, but please take care of your health and wellbeing. Your body is a gift from and for God. Taking care of your body and nourishing it well can be a form of prayer and praise.