Advanced Ramadan Practicum for Dietitians

Lecturers: Romy Moujaes, MSc, LD & Stephanie Baddour, MSc, LD
CPECS: 2

The Advanced Ramadan Practicum for Dietitians is designed to help nutrition professionals effectively support patients during the Holy Month of Ramadan through evidence-based dietary guidance and practical meal-planning strategies. This training addresses the nutritional, behavioral, and lifestyle challenges associated with fasting while helping patients achieve their health, wellness, and weight-management goals safely.

Participants will learn how to adapt nutrition plans according to fasting schedules, eating habits, physical activity levels, and individual goals. The practicum also focuses on common Ramadan-related nutrition concerns including hydration, nutrient balance, meal timing, and weight fluctuations.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this practicum, participants will be able to:

  • Identify common nutrition challenges during Ramadan

  • Adjust meal plans according to fasting patterns and goals

  • Create individualized Ramadan food plans

  • Translate exchange systems into practical Ramadan meal structures

  • Counsel patients on exercise and hydration during fasting

  • Support patients in managing weight and energy levels during Ramadan

Course Schedule

5:00 – 5:10 PM
Introduction

Module 1: Nutrition Challenges during Ramadan

5:10 – 5:40 PM

  • Lifestyle concerns

  • Nutrient imbalances

Break

5:40 – 5:45 PM

Module 2: Diet Planning during Ramadan

5:45 – 6:50 PM

  • Weight challenges and goals

  • Editing meal plans during fasting

  • Ramadan exchange systems

  • Exercise and nutrition guidelines

Conclusion & Take-home Messages

6:50 – 7:00 PM

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