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Ramadan Fasting Exerts Immunomodulatory Effects: Insights from a Systematic Review [PDF]
Frontiers in Immunology, 2017 Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is observed by Muslims as a month of fasting. All Muslim adults are expected to fast; nevertheless certain subgroups, including sick, frail subjects, and pregnant women, among others, are ...
Abdulla Watad +2 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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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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Ramadan fasting and risk of Covid-19
International Journal of Preventive Medicine, 2020 Almost all religions recommend periods of fasting. Many adult Muslims fast during the holy month of Ramadan each year. Ramadan fasting as a type of intermittent fasting is a non-pharmacological intervention refining the overall health. This year, Ramadan
Shaghayegh Haghjooy Javanmard +1 more
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Medication Therapy and Ramadan Fasting
The Senior Care Pharmacist, 2020 Every year millions of Muslims observe fasting during the month of Ramadan. Abstaining from drink and food for a long period may affect the physiology of the body, pathology of diseases, and pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics of medicines. Health professionals should assess the suitability of patients to observe fasting without compromising their ...
Suharjono, +3 more
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Diabetes and fasting during Ramadan
Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews, 2010 AbstractAbstinence from food and liquid during daylight hours is observed by Muslim individuals during the month of Ramadan. Even though the Koran exempts the sick from fasting, many people with diabetes still fast during this religious period. It is essential for patients, family and healthcare professionals to be aware of the religious attitude to ...
Devendra, D, Hui, E
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Journal of Fasting and Health, 2016 Considering the emphasis of Islam on the importance of fasting, Muslims attempt to fast from dawn until sunset during the holy month of Ramadan. Fasting is associated with several benefits for normal and healthy individuals. However, it could pose high risks to the health of diabetic patients due to certain physiological changes.
Shokoufeh Bonakdaran
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Hypothyroidism and Ramadan fasting
Journal of Fasting and Health, 2014 Introduction: Fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is an obligation for all adult, healthy Muslims. As several studies have indicated, both fasting and energy restriction can alter thyroid hormone metabolism and affect the clinical features and well-being of hypothyroid patients. Hypothyroidism is more prevalent among women and the elderly.
Hadjzadeh, Mousa-Al-Reza +3 more
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Ramadan fasting, pregnancy and lactation
Iranian South Medical Journal, 2014 Background: Fasting and malnutrition during pregnancy is associated with deleterious consequences such as hypoglycemia, ketonemia, impaired fetal IQ, low birth weight and even abortion. Comparison of pregnancy length and year duration shows that about 75%
Mohsen Khoshniat Nikoo +2 more
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