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During this month of Ramadan, the faithful must respect certain prohibitions which aim to get closer to Allah and to purify their soul. Here are some of these prohibitions:
Eat and drink: It is forbidden to consume anything during the day, from sunrise to sunset. This includes water, coffee, tea, candy, medication, etc. It is possible to brush your teeth or rinse your mouth, provided you do not swallow water. Smoking: It is forbidden to smoke during fasting, because it breaks the fast and harms health. Cigarettes is considered an illicit food all year round in Islam. Having sex: it is forbidden to have sex during fasting, because it cancels fasting and diverts attention from prayer and meditation. It is also forbidden to voluntarily cause ejaculation.
These prohibitions are valid for all Muslims able to fast. People who cannot do so must make up for the missed days or compensation by nourishing a poorly missed day that is called Fidya and Kaffarah
