ORIGINAL_ARTICLE
The Effects of Fasting on Physiological Status and Gene Expression; An Overview
Calorie restriction through ingesting no or minimal amounts of food and caloric beverages for periods of time is called fasting. Fasting can affect body through changing in physical and metabolic adaptations, as well as mineral and hormonal status. However, psychological effects and sometimes medical complications are likely in case of inappropriate fasting. Fasting is associated with changes in expression of different genes and signaling pathways. In this brief review, physiological effects of fasting, affected pathways during fasting and potential applications of fasting are discussed.
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_4737_21edfa39a3f16546a7acf78e90b40d78.pdf
2015-09-01
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fasting
Gene expression
Caloric restriction
Fahimeh
Afzal Javan
afzaljf911@mums.ac.ir
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Department of Modern Sciences and Technologies, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
AUTHOR
Alireza
Pasdar
pasdara@mums.ac.ir
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Department of Modern Sciences and Technologies, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Trepanowski JF, Bloomer RJ. The impact of religious fasting on human health. Nutrition Journal. 2010;9(1):57.
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ORIGINAL_ARTICLE
Fasting and Rheumatic Diseases
Fasting is one of the important religious practices of Muslims, in which the individuals abstain from eating and drinking from dawn to sunset. Fasting is not obligatory or even not allowed, in case it causes health problems to the fasting individual. Rheumatic diseases are a major group of chronic diseases which can bring about numerous problems while fasting. The aim of this article is to review the impact of Islamic fasting on rheumatic patients, based on the scientific evidences.
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_5033_f6200865fe1ee068fc488ee537494288.pdf
2015-09-01
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10.22038/jfh.2015.5033
Arthritis
fasting
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatology
Mohammad Hassan
Jokar
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Department of Internal Medicine, Imam Reza Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Khamenei Ali. Answers to questions. Available at: http://farsi.khamenei.ir/
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AL-QUR'AN 7:31
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AL-QUR'AN 2:184
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Patience H. White, Rowland W. Chang. Public Health and Arthritis: A Growing Imperative. In: John H. Klippel, John H. Stone, Leslie J. Crofford, Patience H. White, editors. Primer on the Rheumatic Diseases. 13th ed. New York: Springer; 2008. P. 1-5.
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Deboran P.M. Symmons. Epidemiologic concepts and classification of rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions. In: Marc C. Hochberg, Alan J. Silman, Josef S. Smolen, Michael E. Weinblatt, Michael H. Weisman, editors. Rheumatology, 6th ed. China: Mosby; 2015. P. 25-33.
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A Brief Look at the Role of Fasting in Mental Health and Its Correspondence with Advances in Psychology
The robust increase in mental disorders, elevated use of sedatives and increased number of psychiatric hospitals, even in developed countries, indicate the need for preparing the human mind against tribulations. Although industrial advances have provided mankind with comfort, they have also increased the level of stress and psychological traumas. Here, the question arises as how we can free individuals from mental damages and stress in order to sustain mental health and pave the way for growth and excellence. In this article, we aimed to investigate the influence of fasting on mental health, according to “Shabaniyah Sermon” by Prophet Muhammad and new psychological findings. It should be mentioned that such comparison requires comprehensive research and further studies. In this article, we evaluated various cognitive measures such as “faith in God” and “worship”, as well as behavioral strategies, e.g., “repentance” and “honoring kinship”. These practices are based on humans’ spiritual needs and psychologists’ ideas and have great impacts on human health and prevention of psychological traumas. The main purpose of this study was to identify factors which harm the human spirit and deprive an individual of mental health. By identifying these factors, we can provide the grounds for growth and prosperity.
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_5480_ecceeafc937c7b9d54e82a4d958d9f8e.pdf
2015-09-01
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health
Mental health
Psychiatry
Psychology
Shabaniyah Sermon
Maryam
Hosseini Almosavi
1
Department of Aolom Guran va Hadis, Zanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zanjan, Iran
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Mo´in M. Farhange farsi (A Persian dictionary). 3th ed. Tehran: AmirKabir Pub; 1992.
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Factors Influencing Smoking Behaviour Changes during Ramadan Among Malay Male Students
Introduction: Fasting during Ramadan provides an opportunistic setting for smoking cessation intervention. Smokers find it easy to cease smoking during Ramadan due to the religion, cultural and environmental influences. This study aims to determine the changes in smoking behaviour during Ramadan among Malay Muslim male students who were current smokers. Methods: This is cross sectional study using self-administered questionnaire to evaluate the socio demographic characteristics and two main relevant religious perceptions on smoking (i.e. ‘Is smoking ‘haram’ and ‘Does smoking invalidate your fasting’). Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND) questionnaire was used to evaluate smoking behaviour before and during Ramadan. The total FTND scores and the percentages according to FTDN items, before Ramadan and during Ramadan were compared to determine good or poor smoking behaviour changes. Results: The overall FTND scores and the percentage according to its items were significantly reduced. There were significant association between smoking behaviour changes during Ramadan and household income, nicotine dependence and perception that smoking is ‘haram’. The percentage of good smoking behaviour changes was higher among those with higher income, high nicotine dependence and those who are not aware that smoking is ‘haram’. Conclusion: There is a great potential in taking advantage of the Ramadan environment to encourage smoking cessation among Muslim smokers.
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_4738_64e2291d828192dbf90e9016fb7f5964.pdf
2015-09-01
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10.22038/jfh.2015.4738
Ramadan
Smoking behaviour changes
Malay male Muslim smokers
Suriani
Ismail
si_suriani@upm.edu.my
1
Community Health Department
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences
Universiti Putra Malaysia
LEAD_AUTHOR
Nor Afiah
Mohd Zulkefli
2
Department of Community Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
AUTHOR
Cheong Sau
Chung
3
Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
AUTHOR
Mohamad Sulaiman
Zainal
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Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
AUTHOR
Khayat, M.H. Islamic Ruling on Smoking. The right path to health. Health Education through religion. World Health Organization. Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean, Alexandria Egypt. 2000.
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ORIGINAL_ARTICLE
Effect of Ramadan Fasting and Triangular Exercise Progressive on the Vigilance, Mood and Blood Glucose in Trained Athletes
Introduction: This study has for objective the assessment of the vigilance, mood states variations and the blood glucose levels, during a triangular effort progressive in trained athletes during Ramadan fasting (RF). Methods: Ten trained male athletes aged 21.8 ± 1.1 years are evaluated before (B.RF), during (1st, 2nd and 3th week) and after Ramadan fasting, in the blood-glucose, vigilance, and mood states at rest and after (A. Ex. ) a triangular exercise test (TUB II).Results: Comparing to the reference period (B.RF), the RF induces a decrease in the maximal aerobic power (TUB II) approximately 2-Cleanup Messy Code 5% and a hypoglycaemia. The objective vigilance is doubly influenced by the RF (F= 14.58, p<0.002) and the exercise (F = 13.04, p<0.02), and decreasing significantly during the 1st and 2nd week of RF. However the subjective vigilance and moods states are not varied neither by the RF nor by the exercise. Conclusion: The results should guide the work of physical education teachers and coaches to a programming by integrating more of periods of complete recovery, and avoiding risky tasks requiring sustained attention.
https://jnfh.mums.ac.ir/article_5449_f55e8a53c8ba990b522fcb094c69ace2.pdf
2015-09-01
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10.22038/jfh.2015.5449
Ramadan fasting
Triangular exercise
Mood
Vigilance
Blood glucose
Lotfi
Said
lotfisaid@gmail.com
1
Superior Normal School (ENS), Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
LEAD_AUTHOR
Zerdani
Ilham
zerdanilham@gmail.com
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Department of Biology. Laboratory of Ecology and Environment (LEE). Faculty of Sciences, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
AUTHOR
Ahmed
Aggour
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Research and Assessment Unit in Physical Activity and Sport (CREAPS), Superior Normal School (ENS), Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
AUTHOR
Ahmed
Fethddine
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Research and Assessment Unit in Physical Activity and Sport (CREAPS), Superior Normal School (ENS), Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
AUTHOR
Abdelouaheb
Tazi
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The Hassan II Foundation for Scientific and Medical Research on Ramadan (FRSMR), Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
AUTHOR
Mohammed
Talbi
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Analytical chemistry laboratory and physical chemistry of materials, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
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Evaluation of Changes in Blood Hematological and Biochemical Parameters in Response to Islamic Fasting and Regular Physical Activity in Male and Female Subjects
Introduction: Fasting during Ramadan is a religious obligation for healthy adult Muslims. This study aimed to investigate the effects of Ramadan fasting and physical activity on blood hematological and biochemical parameters in male and female subjects. Methods: In this study, 50 healthy subjects were randomly assigned to four groups: male control fasting (MCF) group (n=13), male training fasting (MTF) group (n=13), female control fasting (FCF) group (n=12), and female training fasting (FTF) group (n=12), and were compared in two stages (before and after the intervention). For inter- and intra-group comparisons, a repeated measure ANOVA was applied. Results: The results showed a significant decline in body weight, body mass index, body fat percentage, and waist-to-hip ratio after Ramadan fasting, compared to the pre-Ramadan period. Also, significant changes were observed in red blood cell count and hematocrit level (P<0.05). Additionally, serum total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and TC/high-density lipoprotein (HDL) ratio significantly decreased after Ramadan, compared to the pre-Ramadan period. The two groups were significantly different in terms of weight, body mass index, body fat percentage, and waist-to-hip ratio after Ramadan (P<0.05). Moreover, the two groups were significantly different in terms of changes in mean triglyceride level, TC concentration, LDL-cholesterol, LDL/HDL ratio, TG/HDL ratio, and TC/HDL ratio. Conclusion: Ramadan fasting, accompanied by regular physical activity, can induce positive changes in hematological and biochemical parameters. These variations may be due to dietary changes, biological responses of the body to starvation, or physical activity during Ramadan.
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fasting
Hematological and Biochemical Indices
Seyyed Reza
Attarzadeh Hosseini
keyvanhejazi1986@gmail.com
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Professor in Sport Physiology, Department of Sport Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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keyvan
Hejazi
keyvanhejazi@gmail.com
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PhD student of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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Hosseini SRA, Hejazi K. The effects of Ramadan fasting and physical activity on blood hematological-biochemical parameters. Iran J Med Sci. 2013; 16(7):845-49.
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Effect of Ramadan Fasting on Blood Pressure and Lipid Profiles
Introduction: Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims during which avoid from eating, drinking and sexual intercourse for about 13-17 hours. The aim of this study was surveying the effects of Islamic fasting in Ramadan on lipid profile and blood pressure.Materials and Methods: we designed this study in two phases, a week before and a week after Ramadan month. Eighty nine healthy subjects with 20-50 years old were participated in this study. Blood sampling for lipid profile measurement was done in the morning and blood pressure was measured in the afternoon with digital sphygmomanometer. Statistical analysis was performed with SPSS version 16.0 software.Results: In a week after Ramadan, body weight and body mass index (BMI) decreased in both sexes, comparing with the week before Ramadan measurements (p
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lipid profile
blood pressure
body Weight
BMI
fasting
Maryam sadat
Amirkalali sijavandi
amirkalalim921@mums.ac.ir
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Nutrition research group, Student Research Committee, Faculty of Medicine , Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Fatemeh
Shahsavan
shahsavanf921@mums.ac.ir
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Nutrition research group, Student Research Committee, Faculty of Medicine , Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Farshad
Askarizadeh
asgarifarshad@yahoo.com
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PhD student of Optometry, Department of Optometry, School of Paramedical Science, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Mohsen
Namaty
nematym@mums.ac.ir
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Associate Professor of Nutrition, Biochemistry and Nutrition, Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Cancer Research Centers, Department of Nutrition , School of medicine,, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Javad
Heravian
herviansj@mums.ac.ir
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Professor of Optometry Department of Optometry and Professor of Optometry Refractive Errors Research Center , School of Paramedical Science, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Zahra
Mahmodi
zahra.mahmodi@gmail.com
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MSc student of Optometry, Department of Optometry, School of Paramedical Science, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Tahereh
Rakhshandadi
t.rakhshandadi89@gmail.com
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MSc student of Optometry, Department of Optometry, School of Paramedical Science, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Mohamad Reza
Sedaghat
mrs1343@yahoo.com
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Associate Professor of Ophthalmology Eye Research Center, Khatam-Al-Anbia Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad-Iran
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