Evaluation of some Measurements among Fasted Muslims in Ramadan

Abstract

The aim  of this study is to explain the effect of fasting and dietary habits in Ramadan on lipid profile and some liver enzymes 
.The study had been carried from April, 2022 to May 2022 on 20 healthy male individuals. 
Background & Aims: The fasting state in Ramadan  has numerous health benefits. Nevertheless, its beneficial role on the  lipid profile liver function was evaluated by limited studies and different findings were recorded. So, this study aimed to define the effect of fasting state in Ramadan on lipid profile and some liver enzyme levels in healthy individuals. 
Materials & Methods: Twenty healthy adult men without history of liver diseases and current usage of any medication affecting the liver were involved in the present survey. Liver function tests were measured before and after Ramadan. 
The biochemical parameters including liver enzymes Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) were evaluated before and after Ramadan by the standard enzymatic method. 
Results: A decrease was observed in mean level of cholesterol  , Low dencity lipoprotein (LDL) cholestrol, Very low dencity lipoprotein (VLDL) and Triglyciride(TG).An increase in the mean level of   healthy type High dencity lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. The values of ALP and AST decreased at the end of the study in the post-Ramadan group versus pre-Ramadan 
Conclusion: The fasting state in Ramadan improve the lipid profile levels and liver function in healthy adults.