Smoking and Ramadhan

Ramadhan is a month of reflection, discipline, and renewal. For many Muslims, it is a time to reconnect with faith, improve character, and let go of habits that no longer serve the body or the soul. One powerful change that Ramadhan naturally supports is giving up smoking.

In Islam, the body is an amanah, a trust from Allah. Smoking harms the lungs, heart, and overall health, often affecting not only the smoker but also family members through secondhand smoke. Quitting during Ramadhan is an act of self-care and gratitude, honouring the gift of health.

Many people notice immediate benefits during Ramadhan: easier breathing, improved taste and smell, better sleep, and increased energy.

Ramadhan is also about purification, not just from food and drink, but from harmful habits. Quitting smoking aligns perfectly with the deeper purpose of the month: becoming a better version of oneself.

Practical Tips to Quit During Ramadhan

• Intend sincerely: Make a clear intention that quitting is part of your Ramadhan goals.

• Avoid triggers: After iftar, replace smoking with healthier routines like tea, fruit, or a short walk.

• Stay hydrated at night: Dehydration can increase cravings.

• Think beyond Ramadan: Remind yourself that the goal is not just to pause smoking, but to stop completely.

Eid is a celebration of accomplishment. Continuing a smoke-free life after Ramadan is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. The first 30 days are often the hardest, and by the end of Ramadhan, you have already done that hard work. Why not carry on after the Holy Month as a a healthier version of yourself?

Smokefree Lancashire are on hand before, during and after Ramadhan to support you on your journey to a smokefree life.