The effects of Ramadan fasting on growth parameters: A narrative review

Ramadan fasting is prescribed by Quran for every able‐bodied, adult Muslim and is considered an obligatory act of worship. During Ramadan, the majority of Muslims eat two major meals- one before dawn (Sahar) and another immediately after the sunset (Iftar). Islamic fasting, due to its particular nat...

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Main Authors: Mohsen Mazidi, Peyman Rezaie, Mohsen Nematy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Mashhad University of Medical Sciences 2014-02-01
Series:Journal of Fasting and Health
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Online Access:http://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_2435_7ed53020764485d6266e952fe71d5f77.pdf