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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
National
Amber O'Connor

'Drinking water and food myth - what we wish non-Muslims knew about Ramadan'

As Ramadan continues, it is natural for non-Muslims to wonder how they can support their Muslim friends and colleagues throughout the month, but it should go without saying there’s no one answer.

There are, however, key points communities can keep in mind to help ensure they are inclusive during the holy month.

As Dr Wajid Akhter, an advisor to the Muslim Council of Britain, told the Mirror: "Muslims aren't asking for or expecting any special favours when they're fasting in Ramadan. It's something that we're very used to doing and we're supposed to try and continue with our daily routines.

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