The current study aimed to determine the effect of fasting during Ramadan on the metabolic
profile, anthropometry, and serum leptin and adiponectin concentrations. Anthropometry and …

Background Adiponectin is a hormone secreted by adipocytes during the fasting phase of
the fast-fed cycle. Ramadan fasting involves prolonged fasting for up to twelve hours and …

Insulin sensitivity and\beta-cell function during Ramadan fasting in healthy male subjects
have not been investigated so far. We assessed the changes of these and other metabolic …

Background. In view of the association of Ramadan intermittent fasting with profound
changes in lifestyle both in nondiabetic and diabetic patients, the aim of this study was to …

Aim Excessive visceral adiposity is a major risk factor for developing insulin resistance and
systemic low-grade inflammation. Ramadan diurnal fasting (RDF) is a religious ritual …

Purpose: To evaluate the effect of Ramadan fasting on parameters of insulin resistance in
trained athletes at rest and after aerobic exercise. Methods: Nine male rugby players (age …

Background Muslims go through strict Ramadan fasting from dawn till sunset for one month
yearly. These practices are associated with disturbed feeding and sleep patterns. We …

Background: Many studies have shown various results regarding the effects of Ramadan
fasting on weight and body composition in healthy individuals. Objectives: This study aimed …

Abstract Introduction: Fasting is an Islamic practice, which causes various metabolic
changes in fasting individuals. Numerous studies have examined different aspects of fasting …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Ramadan intermittent
fasting on body composition, dietary intake and physical activity level of young males …