Dr. Abassi, a medical professional, has caused a lot of controversy on the internet after telling ladies who are trying to get pregnant not to fast.
He advised expectant mothers to prioritise their reproductive health in an online video, pointing out that fasting may interfere with ovulation-related reproductive hormones, potentially lowering a woman's chances of becoming pregnant.
“If you are expecting the fruit of the womb, I’m begging you, please do not fast. As a woman, do not fast,” he said.
Dr. Abassi went on to explain that during ovulation, the female body uses particular hormones to prepare and release eggs for fertilisation.
“When a woman is ovulating, she needs certain hormones. She needs FSH, follicle-stimulating hormone, that is what tells the ovary it’s about time for you to release the next egg.
She needs luteinizing hormone, prepping the egg that you are coming and that you should be ready for a sperm,” he added.
Since then, his remarks have sparked conflicting responses on social media. While some people support the medical advise, others contend that fasting is still a significant spiritual activity that shouldn't be discouraged.
One user wrote, “Many women have fasted and still had children.” Another added, “There should be a balance between faith and medical advice.”
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