Ramadan: Health Benefits of Fasting

The intention of fasting for Muslims during Ramadan is to learn self-control from indulgence in everyday pleasures, for self-discipline, to develop consciousness in Almighty, to purify the body as well as soul and to empathize with the hungry and poor.

Boost up Brain

Fasting affects our spiritual and mental wellbeing. A study was carried out in the USA by scientists found out that the mental focus achieved in the month of Ramadan increases the level of brain-derived neurotrophic factor, which helps the body to produce more brain cells which result in improved brain function.

Lower Cholesterol

The most possible physical outcome of fasting during Ramadan is weight loss but there's also a whole host of healthy changes going on behind the scenes. In UAE a team of cardiologists found that people who fast during Ramadan observe a reduction of cholesterol in the blood.

Reduce Appetite

The decrease in food consumed throughout Ramadan while fasting causes your stomach to minimize slowly, you need not eat more food to feel full. Ramadan is a great time to start if you want to get into the habit of healthy eating. By the end of the Ramadan, your appetite will be lower than before.

Detoxification

Ramadan is an unbelievable detox for the body, it's a perfect stepping stone to lead a healthy lifestyle. By not drinking or eating for the whole day your body will get a chance to detoxify your digestive system throughout the month.

To produce the energy our body starts consuming fat reserves; harmful toxins are also burnt away that might be there in fat deposits.

Absorb More Nutrients

During Ramadan, by fasting for the whole day you'll find your metabolism more efficient. It's because of an increase in a hormone known as *adiponectin, which is produced by fasting and eating late at night, which allows muscles to absorb more nutrients.

* Adiponectin is a protein hormone that regulates glucose levels as well as fatty acid breakdown.

Eat Dates

As you break your fast with dates at Iftar every day during Ramadan for spiritual reasons, they bring multiple health benefits. Dates help in boosting your energy after a daylong fast. It is a powerhouse of nutrients and vitamins.