Jakarta Fasting Schedule Update for 26th February 2026 & Guide to Managing Gastric Issues During Ramadan

The overdue membership fees need to be resolved first while considering the economic conditions.

The overdue membership fees need to be resolved first while considering the economic conditions.

As Ramadan 1447 H enters its eighth day on Thursday, 26th February 2026, Muslims in Jakarta are reminded to maintain their worship routine and physical health. For those suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), the main challenge is to prevent stomach acid from rising during the long hours of fasting.

Internal medicine specialists often emphasise that fasting can actually cure stomach ailments if the diet is regular. Here are some things that GERD sufferers should pay attention to:

Consume foods such as brown rice, oatmeal, or whole-wheat bread. Complex carbohydrates are digested more slowly by the body, so the stomach does not empty quickly and energy lasts longer.

This is the biggest taboo for GERD sufferers. Gravity helps keep food in the stomach. If you lie down immediately, stomach acid will easily rise into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation (heartburn).

Fats take a long time to digest, which means food will stay in the stomach longer and stimulate more acid production. Avoid excessive fried foods when breaking the fast or during suhoor (pre-dawn meal).

Although worship is important, health remains a priority. Immediately break your fast if you experience the following symptoms:

Make sure you always consult a doctor about the dosage of acid-suppressing medication (such as PPI or H2 Blocker) that is usually taken during suhoor and before bedtime during Ramadan.

Check the Samarinda Maghrib prayer schedule for today, Saturday, 21st February 2026. Complete with the time to break the fast on the 3rd of Ramadan 1447 H and the schedule for the five daily prayers.