Fast of Gedaliah - Not Feeling Well
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Question
I have not been feeling well for two days, and today I have a severe cold, slight headache, and sore throat. The question is whether I can break the fast after midday.
Answer
Hello,
If it is a local cold, you should continue fasting.
If you are weak and not feeling well, you are permitted to break the fast. Since on a postponed fast, even someone who is not considered truly 'sick' is exempt from fasting.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 559
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