Ramadan is here! To welcome the holy month, make sure you've checked the Imsak and Iftar schedules for your specific area to guide your worship. In this article, AQUA provides the full breakdown for Imsak, Iftar, Suhoor, and prayer times for the DKI Jakarta area and its
surroundings.
We’ve also included some useful insights on the benefits of fasting and practical tips to stay strong during fasting. Let’s dive in!
Imsak Schedule for Ramadan 1445 H / 2024 M
Here is the official Imsak schedule for Jakarta and nearby cities during the 1445 Hijriah or 2024 Gregorian calendar year.
Health Benefits of Fasting
There’s no doubt that fasting offers incredible perks for both your physical and mental health. Did you know that fasting isn't just about holding back hunger and thirst? There's a lot of goodness happening behind the scenes:
1. Boosts Heart Health
Who would’ve thought fasting could be so good for your heart? Research shows that Ramadan fasting can lower risk factors like high blood pressure, blood fat levels, and insulin spikes.
But keep in mind, your water intake drops during the day, which can lead to dehydration. This makes your heart work harder to pump blood. That’s why you should meet your fluid needs with #AQUADULU from Iftar until Suhoor.
2. Supports Weight Loss
Fasting helps with weight loss by triggering catabolism, preventing insulin resistance, and turning stored fat into energy.
3. Protects Mental Health
Fasting teaches you how to handle impulses and stay away from negative habits. Managing your intake also helps your body control cortisol, which is a key hormone for regulating stress levels.
Read also: Benefits of Mineral Water for Fasting, Here Are the Rules!
Healthy Tips to Stay Strong While Fasting
Since Ramadan only comes once a year, let’s optimize your body so you can cruise through the month smoothly. Here’s how to stay strong:
1. Never Skip Suhoor
Suhoor is your main source of energy for the day. It prevents dehydration and keeps your digestion on track. Make sure your suhoor menu has balanced nutrients like protein, fruit, complex carbs, and water. So, don't forget to set that alarm for your local suhoor time!
2. Try to Stay Productive
Fasting shouldn't be an excuse to be lazy until sunset. We recommend staying active, even just a light walk around the block, to keep your body feeling fit.
3. Stick to Light Exercise
You should still exercise to keep your body in shape. You don't need heavy lifting; just choose light activities like jogging or cycling. Doing this near Iftar time is great so you can immediately rehydrate once you feel tired.
4. Don't Overdo It at Iftar or Suhoor
It’s tempting to eat everything in sight when the sun goes down. However, eating too much too fast can cause stomach issues. This applies to suhoor too. Try to eat slowly in smaller portions to manage your weight and keep your digestion healthy.
That covers the Imsak schedule for Jakarta and its surroundings, along with some tips to help you fast. Have you checked today’s Iftar schedule yet? If not, check it now!
To stay at your best, start preparing your Ramadan needs today. One essential step is ensuring you have AQUA Gallon at home for your hydration needs during Suhoor and Iftar.
At around Rp1,000 per liter, AQUA Gallons are easily available at your nearest official AQUA partners or can be conveniently ordered through the official AQUA Home Service WhatsApp account.
With this service, you can save time by skipping the trip to the store; your AQUA Gallon will be delivered straight to your doorstep.
When it’s time to break your fast, remember to have AQUA DULU. Sourced from nature, it is 100% pure mountain mineral water, perfect for the holy month.
