Eid-ul-Adha 2021: Health experts advise people to avoid excessive meat consumption

Eid-ul-Adha 2021: Muslims all across Pakistan and around the world are celebrating Eid-ul-Adha 2021 under strict precautionary measures amidst the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.

Health experts have advised the citizens, not to eat too much red meat of sacrificial animals, slaughtered on the occasion of Eid Ul Azha, as excessive consumption of red meat can cause diarrhea, nausea, indigestion, high blood pressure, vomiting, and an increase in uric acid in the body.

Dr. Fazl u Rehman a medical specialist of Holy Family Hospital said that the citizens must drink a lot of water during and after the Eid day, as excessive use of water helps in better functioning of the digestive system.

“Various public and private health facilities receive scores of cases of various stomach-related illnesses during Eid days; hence the lovers of red meat were advised to abstain from using too much meat to remain fit and healthy,” he added.

Dr.Jawad Nazir District Health Officer also advised the citizens to take a balanced diet containing meat and vegetables to reduce the chances of contracting an illness.
He said the meat should properly be cleaned with water before use.