physical benefits of fasting in Ramadan

5 key ways Ramadan is helping your body and mind

The benefits of fasting in Ramadan – and at any other time of the year – are backed up by a range of clinical studies that help explain how the spiritual practice is also leading to improved blood sugar control, decreased inflammation and enhanced heart health. Dr Vicente Mera, head of internal medicine and anti-aging at SHA Wellness Clinic in Dubai, outlines some of how that is happening. 1. Fat Loss Fasting can improve the body’s

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sleep in Ramadan

How you can finally manage your sleep this Ramadan

Sleep is a huge issue during Ramadan, with people sleeping less and having worse sleep quality, due to fasting, changes to mealtimes, socializing and more.  “During the Holy Month of Ramadan, many people find that their sleep is disturbed by late-night prayers, pre-dawn meals, social gatherings and work,” says Dr Ruhil Badiani, a family physician at Dubai’s Cornerstone Clinic. “People can often find themselves losing up to 90 minutes of sleep a night. So how

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10 tips to quit smoking this Ramadan

With Ramadan approaching, Muslims around the world are preparing for a month of worship, reflection and fasting. For smokers, giving up cigarettes for up to 14 hours daily can be daunting, but it can also be the best time to stub it out for good. Dr Sandeep Thomas, a general medicine physician at Life Medical Centre, believes the spiritual focus during Ramadan can act as a strong motivator. “Religious beliefs and willpower were found to

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Ramadan healthy

7 steps to a healthy Ramadan

Exercising and following a healthy lifestyle can be difficult at the best of times — but maintaining that lifestyle can prove to be even harder during the month of Ramadan. Fasting requires a lot of energy and commitment. With dramatic changes in eating habits and sleeping patterns, this sudden shift in routine needs to be handled carefully. To ensure we do not neglect our health, Abu Dhabi 360, Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s recently launched emirate-wide

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