Ramadan 2024: What happens to your body when you fast for a month? Expert weighs in

Ramadan fasting is a rule in Islam. People celebrate the holy month of Ramadan by holding fasts throughout the day. According to some studies, Ramadan fasting has health protective effects, it showed positive results in reducing cholesterol levels, balancing blood glucose levels and regulating high-density lipoprotein.

It is the 9th day of Ramazan and let’s understand the effects of Ramadan fasting on the body.

In conversation with News9, Sumaiya A, Clinical Dietitian, CDE, Fortis Hospital, Kalyan told News9, “The Effects of Ramadan Fasting on Body Composition and Biochemical Parameters in Middle-Aged Obese Women: A study examined how middle-aged obese women’s body composition and biochemical markers were affected by fasting during Ramadan; the results were published in the Journal of Fasting and Health.

The findings demonstrated that fasting during Ramadan improved lipid profiles and insulin sensitivity while significantly lowering body weight, BMI, and waist circumference.”

According to these studies, fasting during Ramadan may help with weight loss and improvements in body composition; however, individual outcomes may differ according to dietary practices, degree of physical activity, and pre-existing medical conditions. To optimize the potential advantages of fasting for weight loss and general health during Ramadan, it’s imperative to maintain a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle,” added Sumaiya

What happens to your body during Ramadan fasting?

Blood sugar level drops: In the first stage of Ramadan fasting, fasting during Ramazan helps to balance both the blood sugar levels and blood pressure levels in the body.