Kiddush before less than a shiur
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Question
There are diabetics whose sugar levels sometimes drop, and they must eat something, even less than a k'zayit or less than a revi'it. Should they make Kiddush on Shabbat before doing so?
Answer
Hello,
It is forbidden to taste anything before Kiddush.
Kiddush must be accompanied by a meal, meaning eating a k'zayit of bread or grain products.
Therefore, if one must eat and has time, they should make Kiddush and eat a k'zayit.
If it is urgent to eat, they should eat what is necessary immediately and not make Kiddush beforehand.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 271, Se'if 4, Siman 273 Se'if 1