A review of Ramadan fasting and diabetes mellitus: Controversies regarding the effects of Ramadan fasting on diabetic patients [PDF]
Journal of Fasting and Health, 2014 Although several studies have investigated the effects of Ramadan fasting on diabetic patients, the exact impacts on diabetes control have not been well elucidated yet.
Zhaleh Shadman +2 more
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Effects of Ramadan fasting on lipid profile: A narrative review [PDF]
Journal of Fasting and Health, 2014 Ramadan Fasting during the month of Ramadan is a religious obligation, practiced by millions of people around the world. Ramadan fasting is essentially a fundamental change in lifestyle for one lunar month.
Mohsen Mazidi +3 more
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Nutritional, sleep, physical activity, and quality-of-life changes during Ramadan fasting: a prospective comparative study [PDF]
Frontiers in NutritionBackgroundRamadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. Ramadan fasting, which lasts from sunrise to sunset, significantly affects eating habits, physical activity, daytime sleepiness, and quality of life.
Eftal Geçgil Demir +7 more
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Effects of Ramadan fasting on blood pressure in hypertensive patients: a systematic review [PDF]
Journal of Fasting and Health, 2016 Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims and fasting in this month is the rule for any healthy matured person. Nutritional and behavioral changes occurred during Ramadan fasting may lead to several physiological change, such as blood pressure (2).
Maryam Alinezhad-Namaghi, Maryam Salehi
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The impact of Ramadan fasting on Fetuin-A level in type 2 diabetes mellitus
Heliyon, 2021 Background/Aims: Ramadan fasting creates changes in lifestyle, causing biochemical alterations that affect glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
Dante S. Harbuwono +5 more
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Ramadan Fasting and Thyroid Hormone Levels in Women with Hypothyroidism [PDF]
Journal of Fasting and Health, 2020 Introduction: According to some studies, Ramadan fasting causes minimal changes in the levels of thyroid hormones. The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of Ramadan fasting on the levels of thyroid hormones in fasting women with hypothyroidism ...
Roghayeh Pakdel +3 more
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Effects of Ramadan fasting on common upper gastrointestinal disorders: A review of the literature [PDF]
Journal of Fasting and Health, 2017 Introduction: Ramadan is the ninth month of Muslim's calendar during which Muslims fast. Ramadan lasts 29-30 days based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon. Fasting during Ramadan has significant health effects.
Najmeh Seifi +4 more
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The Effect of Ramadan Fasting on Biochemical Parameters in Healthy Thai Subjects [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017 Introduction: Although, the effect of Ramadan fasting on the risks for Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) has been reported in several studies, the results were inconsistent.
Sara Ongsara +3 more
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BMC Nephrology, 2021 Background The festival of Ramadan is a month of spiritual reflection for Muslims worldwide. During Ramadan, Muslims are required to refrain from eating and drinking during daylight hours.
Nurul Iman Hafizah Adanan +4 more
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Ramadan during pregnancy and neonatal health-Fasting, dietary composition and sleep patterns.
PLoS ONE, 2023 Background and objectivesLarge shares of pregnant Muslims worldwide observe the Ramadan fast. Previous research showed that Ramadan during pregnancy is associated with adverse offspring health outcomes lasting throughout the life-course.
Fabienne Pradella +4 more
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