THE EFFECT OF RAMADAN FASTING ON SOME BASIC COMPONENTS OF BLOOD AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS OF COLLEGE OF SPORTS SCIENCES AT UNIVERSITY OF JEDDAH

Sana CHAATANI, Sham KHAN

Abstract

Aim: The aim of our study is to highlight the influence of fasting on the variations of physical, anthropometric and biochemical parameters among young female students of Jeddah University. Method: Twenty-four female students with ages ranging from 20 to 26 years consented to taking part in our study. They were tested on 3 occasions: before, during, and after the month of fasting. To this end, we took blood samples, anthropometric measurements, and an exercise test. Results: The analysis and interpretation of the results showed no significant change in the anthropometric parameters despite the variations observed during the month of fasting (P > 0.05). However, we could mention significant decreases in biochemical and physical parameters to later result in an increase, testifying to a phenomenon of adaptation by the organism after a month of fasting (P < 0.05). Conclusions: Fasting has no negative effects on the different parameters studied. Thus, fasting seems to be a beneficial means for the health of the human organism.

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