What is the ruling on brushing one's teeth with toothpaste while fasting?
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It is better for a Muslim to avoid using the miswak during the day while fasting, as it may mix with saliva and be swallowed, thus breaking the fast. If one wishes to use it, it should be at night. If used during the day, one must be careful not to swallow any part of it.
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