Those with permanent health conditions who cannot fast are encouraged to engage in charitable acts such as assisting the poor. If someone is unable to fast during Ramadan and cannot make up the lost days afterwards, they should pay for someone else's meal - an act known as fidyah.

Here’s what breaks your fast during Ramadan. Increased compassion and charity (zakat): Ramadan emphasises generosity and helping the needy. Muslims are encouraged to give zakat (charity ...